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We are seeking an SENDCo to join our team at Sayes Court Primary School, part of Bourne Education Trust.
About Sayes Court Primary School
Sayes Court Primary School is a vibrant, happy, and inclusive one-form entry primary school in Surrey with a nursery school for 2 – 4 year olds. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives.
At Sayes Court, we believe in developing a breadth of skills and knowledge that nourish a strong sense of self-belief so that both our staff and pupils can achieve their own greatness. We are a community where high expectations are set for all pupils. Our aim is to challenge, inspire and prepare so that pupils can accomplish their goals and be ready for secondary school and beyond.
The Sayes Court curriculum provides children with the opportunity to explore a series of precisely planned, sequenced and interconnected moments that ensure they explore what it is to learn and grow while gaining a deep understanding in all subjects. We believe that getting to know every individual pupil and their interests enables us to develop the children's strengths inside and outside of the classroom.
Details
Position: Teacher with SENDCo responsibilities
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 19.5 hours SENDCo,over 3 days and 13 hours teaching over 2 days, 52 weeks per year
Salary: Teachers Main Pay Scale - full time salary: £38,627 - £52,490 - depending on experience & SEND allowance
Benefits
Condensed school year with two week half term in October
Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
Occupational sick pay
Key responsibilities include:
Ensure excellent strategic direction and development of SEND provision
Take responsibility for the strategic overview of the department, including self evaluation and the improvement plan for the department
Monitor student progress and implement strategic intervention for the department
Monitor quality of SEND support by establishing effective systems to identify and meet the needs of pupils
Requirements include:
Essential
Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
Qualified teacher status or equivalent NASENDCO/NPQ
Qualified or commitment to achieve qualification within the statutory time limit of 3 years
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
Collaborative and innovative
Committed, engaged and professional
Advocates for equality and inclusivity
Safeguarding Statement
SAFEGUARDING
Bourne Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service approval ('DBS') as part of our rigorous approach to safeguarding our children.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.