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SENCO
Salary: MPR/UPR
Full Time
Easter 2022 start
Inspire their remarkable with us
Excellent Opportunity for Career Development…
We are looking to appoint a SENDCO to add additional capacity to the senior leadership team. You must have a proven track record of leadership with high expectations for all and committed to rapidly driving up standards and increasing rates of progress.
First and foremost we require an outstanding teacher / leader with an uncompromising vision of excellence for all.
In addition to supporting our SEND pupils, the successful applicant will have responsibility for the leadership of our bespoke Autism Support Provision (The Ark).
Key responsibility for the following areas;
- Ensure that SEND pupils make outstanding and sustained progress
- Oversee and support the learning provision for the children of our ASC, working closely with the team, pupils and parents to ensure cohesion and progress for all
- Embed a culture of high expectation and high aspiration for all pupils and staff, working with our team of Teachers and LSAs in their support to pupils through targeted and focused interventions
- Work closely with our Pastoral Care Coordinator in driving support and attention to all SEND pupils
- Be forward-thinking and innovative in ensuring progress focused provision for all pupils
Who are we looking for?
Are you a dedicated and energetic individual?
Do you have an approachable style and good sense of humour?
Are you committed to your own growth and development?
Are you equally committed to the growth and development of your team and the individuals within that team?
Are you passionate about every child's right to enjoy school and achieve well?
If your answer to all these questions is a resounding 'YES', then we're looking for you!
The successful applicant will be given a significant opportunity to further their professional development.
For an informal conversation about the position, please contact Teresa Cooper (Vice Principal) at tcooper@hamfordprimaryacademy.org
In each of the AET academies, you will benefit from visionary, inspirational and dynamic leadership and be empowered to develop your own skills with access to world-class CPD and Talent Management programmes. You will also be offered membership of a private healthcare and dental plan, an excellent pension, Cycle to Work scheme and much, much more!
Closing Date- Friday 10 December 2021
Interview date- Wednesday 15 December and Thursday 16 December 2021
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV's. Come inspire their remarkable with us, apply today.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.
Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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AET is recruiting for School Direct placements. Please visit our website https://sites.google.com/aetinet.org/academies-enterprise-trust/work-at-aet/initial-teacher-training for further details.
Information about the School
Lift Hamford, part of Lift Schools is a welcoming two-form entry school in the coastal town of Walton-on-the-Naze. We are committed to giving every child the very best opportunities to thrive, with high-quality learning at the heart of everything we do.
Our vision is to unlock potential, nurture curiosity, and instil a lifelong love of learning. We want every child to feel inspired, supported and challenged developing the skills and confidence to succeed in the modern world while creating lasting memories.
Hamford continues to grow and evolve. We are proud to have a new nursery for 2–4 year olds and facilities that include a modern building for upper Key Stage 2, a dedicated Wellbeing Hub, extensive outdoor grounds, and an Autism Support Centre funded by Essex County Council.
Our strong team culture is central to our success. With passionate teachers, skilled teaching assistants in every year group, and a committed leadership team, pupils are at the heart of every decision we make. Staff benefit from supportive colleagues, professional development opportunities, and a working environment that values wellbeing and collaboration.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
-We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
-With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
-We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.