Job Description

Required: 1 September 2012 (or 1 January 2013)

Hours: 3 mornings per week,or one day + one morning.

Due to the retirement of the existing postholder we are seeking to appoint a non class based SENCO to join our friendly and supportive staff. The role will be to support teachers and TAs in the identification of the most effective teaching approaches for KS1 & KS2 pupils with SEN and liaise with other schools and agencies to ensure continuity of support and learning.

We can offer:
- a commitment to your profesional development; - good resources and a pleasant working environment; - well behaved, respectful pupils who are enthusiastic about learning;
- supportive parents; - a collaborative approach to school improvement.

The school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enchanced CRB check.

Visits to the school are welcome.

Information about the School

At High Ongar Primary School we have a very caring ethos, a warm and friendly approach and an excellent reputation for extracurricular activities and sport despite our small size. Children are well cared for and receive a good all-round education.

High Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.