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The St Lawrence Academy

North Lincolnshire

  • New
Salary:
L8 - L12 (2024 pay award pending)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
ASAP
Apply by:
25 November 2024

Job overview

We are looking for an ambitious and highly motivated individual to take on the role of:-

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo)

L8 - L12

Required ASAP


This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and successful Inclusion department working at The St Lawrence Academy. You will be part of a fantastic and highly motivated team that is determined to provide a transformational learning experience for every individual.  The role will focus on supporting students academically and socially; removing barriers to learning and raising levels of achievement. The successful candidate will mainly supervise students in our Inclusion support (Reset) base. You will support students to achieve academic targets, develop strategies for independent learning, enhance motivation and raise aspirations.  You will also have set the strategic direction of our EAL provision.


The successful candidate will:


  • Have a passion for supporting students to a high standard across both Key Stages
  • Have the ability to support an inspiring and dynamic learning environment 
  • Have experience of a range of inclusion related issues
  • Demonstrate a clear commitment to raising achievement and developing excellence
  • Be passionate about transforming the lives of young people
  • Be well organised, inspirational, ambitious and hard working
  • Have the ability to meet deadlines, whilst remaining calm under pressure
  • Have flexibility in approach, vision and commitment 
  • Have the ability to support and communicate effectively with students, parents, external agencies and colleagues
  • Have the ability to cope with challenging situations and display relentless perseverance, determination and resilience


We can offer: 


  • An inclusive and inspirational church school environment within wonderful and vibrant new buildings
  • Superb resources and facilities
  • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Supportive and engaged leadership team, with a track record of developing staff to middle and senior leadership
  • An outstanding community of staff and local governing board who work as a strong team to best support our students.
  • A broad 3 year Key Stage 3 curriculum and 2 year Key Stage 4 curriculum with a philosophy of valuing all subjects
  • A bespoke programme of induction and professional development personalised to help develop individual staff*
  • A  culture that prioritises students, their personal development and wellbeing, above everything else
  • High standards and expectations of  academic success and care, support and personal development of our students


This post would suit:


  • A person with previous experience with children who display challenging behaviour and who enjoys helping young people


For further details about The St Lawrence Academy and St Lawrence Academies Trust  and an application pack please see our website at www.tsla.co.uk   

The academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children.  Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies.


For an informal discussion about the role please contact Helen West, Deputy Headteacher on 01724 842447 or email to hwest@tsla.co.uk


To apply for this post please:  CLICK HERE


Closing Date Monday 25th November 9am Interviews To be confirmed

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About The St Lawrence Academy

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+44 1724 842447

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The St Lawrence Academy is a thriving Church Academy that has successfully served its local community since opening in 2008 and provides children with fantastic opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. Directors of St Lawrence Academies Trust and the Diocese of Lincoln are looking for an inspirational, talented and experienced school leader; one who can lead the Academy towards achieving academic excellence for our students and enable them to fully flourish.

The St Lawrence is an-oversubscribed academy for 11-16 year old students of all abilities. Our PAN now stands at 165. We currently have a roll of 810.

We serve a diverse community in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire. We are an inclusive Academy striving to meet the needs of all our learners in our caring environment. Students from all backgrounds and faiths, regardless of ability, are welcome. We are sponsored by the Diocese of Lincoln and have a strong Christian ethos.

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