Job Description
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POSITION: SENCo
GLC ACADEMY: THE GATEWAY ACADEMY
SALARY: NEGOTIABLE
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2017
The Gateway Learning Community [GLC] is a partnership between one secondary and four primary schools located within Tilbury and Chadwell in the borough of Thurrock to the east of London working together to achieve the highest educational standards for the whole community. The Gateway Academy is a friendly school that values teamwork and high achievement in all areas of our work with young people.
We are looking for an inspiring SENCo who is passionate about children and expects the highest possible standards to support them. Our new SENCo will lead a committed and hardworking team who strive to provide the best education and outcomes for all children. Previous SENCo experience is preferable, but full training would be given to an outstanding candidate with good teaching experience. National accreditation is preferable, candidates without this qualification would be supported to obtain it within two years.
This role will focus on the progress of our SEND students, supporting teachers to ensure they make or exceed expected progress. The SENCo will also assume responsibility for the day-to-day provision made for the students, liaising with external agencies, the Local Authority and other key personnel in school as appropriate. This role is fully supported by the group SENCo and in collaboration with other GLC SEND Coordinators.
If you are determined, ambitious and excited about all students succeeding and learning, we would love to hear from you.
All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Please email debbie.wright@theglc.org.uk for an application pack.
Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on Friday 28 April 2017
Shortlisting will take place on Friday 28 April 2017
Interviews will be held week commencing 1 May 2017
At The Gateway Academy, Marshfoot Road, Chadwell St Mary, Essex RM16 4LU
The Gateway Learning Community is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures the appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.
Information about the School
The Gateway Academy is part of the larger Gateway Learning Community (GLC): a partnership of local primary and secondary schools committed to working together to achieve the highest educational standards for the whole community and is a friendly school that values teamwork and high achievement in all areas of our work with young people.