Business Case for a Relational Navigator in Schools
Up to £38, annually
5 days a week: Monday – Friday~: 8:30am-4:30pm
About the Role:
Connex Education are seeking an exceptional SEN Relational Navgiator to join our dedicated team at our thriving secondary school in Middlesbrough This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
Your duties will include:
1. Relationship Building: Establish and maintain positive relationships with 5 students at risk of exclusion, understanding their individual needs and challenges.
2. Advocacy: Advocate for students’ needs within the school and liaise with external agencies to ensure comprehensive support.
3. Modelling and Training: Model relational practices and inform frontline staff about effective strategies to support students, advocating for the child within the education system.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor the effectiveness of relational practices and evaluate their impact on student outcomes.
About the School/Organisation:
Core Vision and Mission: The school’s guiding principle is that all students excel within the provision and leave with their life chances improved. Their fundamental commitment is that they will support all young people to succeed in their lives and will not give up on any young person.
Assignment Details:
The introduction of a Relational Navigator in schools aims to address the needs of young people at risk of exclusion by fostering strong relationships and providing targeted support. This role will serve as a Pre-PROCLAIM pathway to developing an attachment-aware and trauma-informed school environment. By linking the roles of a Local Authority (LA) Virtual School, particularly Middlesbrough’s PROCLAIM project, and the CURV initiative, the Relational Navigator will play a crucial role in enhancing student well-being and academic success.
In return, Connex Education Partnership will offer you:
5. Pay to scale policy
6. PAYE paid weekly
7. Free access to our accredited CPD platform
8. Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
9. Progression opportunities
10. Dedicated consultant to support you whenever needed
As a successful Relational Navigator with Connex Education Partnership, you will possess:
11. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
12. Proven experience teaching pupils with SEND
13. National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or willingness to undertake training
14. Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the Code of Practice
15. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
16. Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals
17. Strong organisational and leadership skills
18. Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding
19. Previous experience in a leadership role within SEND
20. Experience working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions, ADHD, and other complex needs
21. Knowledge of assistive technology and resources
22. Experience of managing budgets and staff