SENCO Lead (3 days per week)

Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic SENCO Lead to join our team 3 days per week. We are looking for an ambitious, inspiring professional with the skills, drive and determination to help ensure that all our pupils are able to thrive.

We are seeking an individual who:-

is an Outstanding teacher
has achieved the National SENCO qualification
has an indepth knowledge of SEND
has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice
is an excellent role model for staff and children
works well as part of a team
The following attributes are desirable:

has experience of supporting a specialist unit
has experience of implementing ABA approaches
has a good understanding of ASD and/or completed AET training
Potential applicants should:

Have a strong commitment to raising standards
Be able to motivate and inspire children and colleagues
Is innovative in creating stimulating learning opportunities
Support all aspects of the school's work
Have an ambition to develop into a future school leader
Have a commitment to safeguarding children in our care.
We can offer you:

A secure, caring and inclusive school environment that is focused on all children reaching their full potential
Happy, well behaved and hardworking pupils who are eager to learn
Supportive, hardworking and committed staff
High quality professional development
A two week half-term break in October!
An extended break at Easter
A laptop.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged to support you in the application process. Further details and an application pack can be obtained by contacting our Business Manager, Ian Clark.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for interview. Incomplete applications will not be successful. CVs will not be accepted.

West Thurrock Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, health check and two satisfactory references.

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.