Position Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 15/05/2025 Midday
Date of Interviews: 21 May 2025
TRUST SENCO
Required for September 2025
Salary: Main Pay Scale / UPS 1 plus SEND TLR (range dependent on experience)
Part-time Position: 2 days per week
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and highly motivated individual to join our team as the SENCO at Great Oak Multi Academy Trust, working across Debden C. of E. Primary Academy and Great Chesterford C. of E. Primary Academy.
Great Oak Multi Academy Trust has a strong focus on promoting Christian values and we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment for both our students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated leader with a strong commitment to inclusion looking for a new challenge and to further their career in a supportive Trust.
Our ideal candidate will have:
* Experience as a SENCO or working within Special Educational Needs.
* A commitment to continual professional development of self and others.
* Excellent organisational skills to manage resources, staff and support for children with additional needs effectively.
* A strong team player mindset to collaborate with staff across the Trust.
* Outstanding classroom practitioner skills, evidenced by a commitment to high-quality teaching and inclusivity.
* High expectations for your own performance, staff performance, and the progress and attainment of all pupils.
* A genuine passion for promoting the educational and personal development of all students.
At Great Oak Multi Academy Trust, we can offer you:
* Vibrant, inclusive schools with strong Christian vision and values.
* A range of professional development opportunities to ensure you succeed.
* Support and coaching from Trust leaders.
* Supportive Senior Leadership Teams across the Trust.
* Pupils who are well behaved and polite, keen to learn and proud of their school.
* A talented and reflective staff team who strive to deliver the best outcomes for every child.
* A positive, forward-thinking working environment.
* Happy, welcoming, and successful schools.
We would love to hear from candidates who share our vision of making a difference in the lives of our students with special educational needs. To find out more about our schools, please visit our websites at www.debdenprimary.co.uk and www.greatchesterfordprimary.co.uk.
Please email our MAT Office Manager, Mrs. Sharon Dyster, at sdyster@greatchesterford.essex.sch.uk to request an application pack or to arrange a visit. Visits to our schools are most welcome, and you can also request a meeting with any of our Headteachers who would be happy to have an informal conversation with interested candidates:
* Sarah Bailey, In-coming Headteacher at Debden C. of E. Primary Academy
* Amy Sargeant, Headteacher at Great Chesterford C. of E. Primary Academy
* Sarah Mitchell, Executive Headteacher of Great Oak Multi Academy Trust
Closing Date: Midday on Thursday, 15 May
Interviews: Wednesday, 21 May
Great Oak Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding, protection, and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the successful applicant will undergo satisfactory references, qualifications, and enhanced DBS checks.
Information about the School
Great Chesterford C of E Primary Academy is an ambitious, innovative, forward-thinking primary school located in Great Chesterford, near Saffron Walden.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. Appropriate checks and clearances will be conducted for all positions.
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