SENCO

Job Description

The Governing Board of the Alderton Infant School is seeking an enthusiastic, and dedicated SEND Coordinator who has a passion for supporting all learners to achieve the best possible progress to join our collaborative and compassionate and inclusive team in the Spring of 2023 for a Fixed Term period to 31st August 2023, part time (1 day a week).

Your opportunity

The fixed term position is to cover a vacancy that has been created following the resignation of our permanent SENDco, pending the appointment of a replacement under normal advertising and recruitment procedures. This will provide an opportunity for the successful candidate to have a positive impact on the learning and achievement of our wonderful pupils.

The SENDco will have responsibility for leading, developing and managing high standards of inclusive teaching and provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will have the ability to innovate, plan strategically, monitor and articulate impact; to ensure the needs of pupils with SEND are fully met.

This is a role for an experienced, exceptional teacher and a passionate and committed leader, who has the knowledge and skills to have a marked impact on the quality of education and provision for our vulnerable pupils; working closely with our compassionate, friendly and supportive team. We would welcome applications from those who have completed the National SEND Award, or those who are willing to undertake an appropriate qualification such as the NPQ for SEND.

Our school provides an exceptional education for our pupils, with a broad, rich and balanced curriculum and a strong focus on developing children through rich experiences so that they are ready for their next stage of education. We welcome those who want to have an impact on the quality of education and personal development of our wonderful pupils.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a passionate and talented individual who wants to take an active role as part of The Alderton Family, providing an exceptional education at our school and having a positive impact on the creative, inclusive, nurturing provision at our school. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about and experienced in implementing current excellent practice for pupils with SEND. We are looking for an exceptional practitioner and team player, who enjoys teaching and being with children, has a desire to contribute to the development of the school and has:
● A passion for all children's learning and development;

● High expectations for all children and a desire to raise standards;

● High aspirations for themselves and a commitment to further development;

● QTS (or equivalent) and an undergraduate degree.

● Has a specialism in SEND, relevant experience working with and teaching SEND pupils

● Has a secure knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

● Holds or is willing to gain a relevant SENDco qualification

As part of the Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust, we can offer you:

● Access to diverse networks, where you can collaborate with others in a similar role and have an impact on the development of key areas in the strategic direction of the Trust

● Support and mentoring from excellent practitioners and professional development through our Teaching & Learning School

● Excellent grounds and access to high quality technology equipment

● The opportunity to work with a collaborative and dedicated teaching team, and our Leadership Team to lead the school to excellence

● A community of parents and Governors who overwhelmingly support the school

● The opportunity to work with our amazing children!

Information about the School

Welcome to The Alderton Infant School

We aim to make school a happy and rewarding experience for all children. Our dedicated, caring, experienced and well-qualified staff team promote a high standard of achievement, learning behaviours and enjoy watching individual children grow and learn. Our extensive range of resources, including the stimulating and attractive outdoor environment, enrich the children's engagement and investigation of the world. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum which fosters a positive, "Growth Mindset", attitude to learning. We want children to leave our school with a firm foundation and a love for learning. Expectations of good behaviour, collaboration and respect for each other is very high. The school is set in beautiful grounds, alongside: The Alderton Junior School, Sunrise Children’s Centre, New Beginnings Day Nursery and Junior Adventures Group, our Ofsted registered Breakfast and After School Club provider.

Our vision is that everyone in our community has a safe, happy adventure so that: EVERYONE The whole community, children, staff, parents, carers and governors - inclusive of all! Take everyone on the journey, work in partnership and celebrate achievements. CAN We offer enriching experiences to develop confidence, resilience and open doors. We provide a welcoming and nurturing environment founded on strong relationships. We can start building firm foundations to create adaptable learners in innovative ways. FLY Ready to continue a life-long learning adventure, full of aspiration. Equipped with the understanding, skills and knowledge of how to be their own champion.

We are part of The Epping Forest Schools Partnership Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust of fifteen Primary and one Special School all based in the Epping Forest District. Along with our SCITT (School-Centred Initial Teacher Training), School Improvement Team, Well-being Service and Resourced Provisions based in three of our schools, we are a leading educational organisation in Epping Forest.

EFSPT was formed in 2018 from a consortium of schools that had worked together for over 20 years, and are committed to collaborative working to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and school communities. The schools maintain their identities but work in a highly collaborative manner supported by a small but very experienced Central Team.

Our Mission is to provide an exceptional education that is inclusive and challenging for all and which provides wider opportunities for the children within the EFSPT to flourish.

EFSPT is committed to Trauma Perceptive Practice; the Essex approach to understanding behaviour and supporting emotional well-being. Being trauma-perceptive means that through our values, policies and practice, we are able to effectively support the children, families and communities in our Trust, creating spaces of belonging and safety that enable everyone to flourish, become resilient and learn.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding our schools’ communities. The appointment will therefore be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

West Essex SCITT is an outstanding provider of Initial Teacher Training. We currently have student finance or self funded postgraduate trainee teacher vacancies available to start in September 2024 across all of our 16 primary schools.

Please visit the below website for further information;

https://www.westessexscitt.co.uk/