Senco

We are looking for a SENCo who will have the skills to:

• Promote high quality teaching, effective use of resources, enable high- standards of learning and achievement for all pupils
• Share knowledge of Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycle for all provision and support for SEN and vulnerable students
• Provide colleagues with the assistance, challenge, information and development necessary to sustain motivation and secure improvement in learning
• Shape the school’s overarching SEND stategy working alongside other senior leaders to do so
• Co-ordinate EHCP’s, assessments and annual reviews ensuring multi-agency input
• Ensure the safekeeping of all assessments and keep an up to date record
• Plan and deliver one-to-ones for SALT and ELSA and small literacy groups
• Carry out screening, diagnostic assessments and reports; as required
• Effectively deploy the SEND team to create efficient and effective support
• Assist provision of SEMH needs and create appropriate interventions and support within the team.
• Have an effective working relationship with relevant key partner agencies

Who we are looking for:

The right candidate will

• Communicate openly and honestly with colleagues whilst maintaining confidentiality
• Be able to build effective nurturing and learning relationships with students, whilst maintaining professional boundaries
• Demonstrate sensitivity and understanding for building good relationships with children
• Active listening skills to understand the students' needs
• To be flexible and open to change for working on different activities
• To enjoy working with other people in a small-scale learning environment
• Have the ability to create the best conditions for learning or teaching new things
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers to support students' needs
• Keep records, monitor progress and liaise with parents/carers
• Give encouragement and feedback using language and vocabulary which the student is likely to understand
• Be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in September 2024?

Are you passionate about working with children and young people with SEMH needs whilst transforming lives, through real opportunities to engage in the education they are entitled to.

Do you dream of joining a team of like-minded professionals?

Do you…

Ever wondered what it would be like to work for a Trust who not only fully support your professional development but put your well-being at the heart of decision making?

Due to expansion of our Kent & Medway Hub we have a bank of exciting opportunities available and invite you to read a little more about our journey so far and our exciting times ahead.