Job Ref No. ECC2187-47S Position Type: SENCO Pay Range: MPS / UPS
Position Start Date: 01/09/2025 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 19/05/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 23/05/2025
Are you an outstanding SENCo with a vision for inspirational educational provision? Do you have the National SENCo award or are committed to obtaining it within 18 months. Do you believe in unlimited opportunities for all children?
If so, you could be the person we are looking for. The position is for 2 days a week.
de Vere Primary School is part of Attain Academy Partnership, whose family of seven schools work as a team to provide an outstanding education for all children regardless of their barriers.
Our tag line of Launching Lifelong Learners is underwritten by the Trust vision to create:
Ambitious, capable learners who are resilient and independent;
Enterprising, creative contributors who have a real love of learning;
Ethical, informed citizens who value differences and inclusivity;
Healthy, confident individuals who contribute to a mutually supportive environment.
We are looking for a SENCO who:
* Is passionate about learning and inclusion
* Sets aspirational standards for all pupils
* Is an excellent teacher and has a secure understanding of learning throughout the 3 stages in primary and beyond
* Is able to work effectively within dedicated teams both as a senior leader and line manager for the LSAs as well as with other SENDCos across the trust
* Has an understanding of, or is fully trained in Trauma Perceptive Practice and Attachment Theory or is willing to undertake training in these areas as necessary.
* Is an excellent communicator with a strong commitment to working in partnership with staff, pupils and families
* Has a good understanding of recent research, successful approaches and interventions to support progress for all pupils and in particular those with a range of additional needs
* Has an up-to-date knowledge of the 2015 Special Educational Needs and Disability Code of Practice and Children and Families Act Part 3
* Has good organisational skills and is able to manage the work of others
* Is a caring, thoughtful individual who is supportive of the school ethos and its work
In return, our school offers the opportunity to work with wonderful children and supportive parents, in a caring environment which puts children at the centre of everything it does. The dedicated staff team value and promote Trauma Perceptive Practice approaches.
You will also benefit from Attain's cross-trust support in the form of its SENCo network which meets together regularly pooling a wealth of expertise.
If you feel that your approach to inclusion aligns with ours, we would encourage you to visit our school to see it in action.
Information about the School
Attain Academy Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture, or disability.You must be a UK resident, have the right to work in the UK, and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
Our Vision: Working together towards success for all
Attain Academy Partnership aims to provide an outstanding education for all children in all schools, relevant to the world in which they live. We would like all members of Attain to become:
• Ambitious, capable learners who are resilient and independent• Enterprising, creative contributors who have a real love of learning• Ethical, informed citizens who value differences and inclusively• Healthy, confident individuals who contribute to a mutually supportive environment
We want to create a community of outstanding schools with the highest aspiration and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for all our learners:
• An unshakable belief in the intrinsic value of every individual within our community• Exciting and creative climates for learning within a safe and supportive environment• Sustainable collaboration and sharing of best practice• Personal and professional development for all members of staff• Accountability based on honesty and responsibility in all our relationships
We believe:• That every pupil deserves a good education that enables them to be the best they can possibly be• That every individual in our community of schools (our pupils, staff, families, carers and friends) is important and has something to contribute• In building an exciting and creative climate for learning within a safe and supportive environment• In working together and sharing best practice• In ensuring the personal and professional development for all members of staff so that they have a rewarding and a fulfilling career within our community of schools• In accountability based on honesty and responsibility in all our relationships
A copy of our child protection policy and practices, a copy of our policy on employing ex-offenders, the recruitment and selection policy statement which includes data protection information and privacy notice for applicants can be found on www.attain.essex.sch.uk.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Brenda Beadle
Kirby Hall Road
Castle Hedingham, Halstead
Essex, CO9 3EA Telephone: 01787 460237
Email: admin@devere.essex.sch.uk
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