Assistant SENCo

Ref: SCH-PAT-0168

Required as soon as possible

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust, comprising of eight schools, six primary schools and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Students are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Assistant SENCo to join the team at Carleton High School. The candidate will be expected to provide efficient administration for the SEN department, and work alongside the SENCo in establishing best practice for inclusion across the school. They will be responsible for developing relationships with parents, the local authority and other multi-agencies that positively support SEN students and the role of the SENCo.

This post is a 37 hours per week, term time plus five, permanent contract, equating to 195 working days per annum.

The Trust can offer:

• hard-working and highly committed staff who share a common sense of purpose and high expectations of what students can achieve.

• a supportive Trust as your employer that are strongly committed to providing high quality CPD and career progression.

• significant opportunities to work in collaboration with colleagues in this school and across the Trust.

• the opportunity to work with ambitious and inspirational leaders.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

• has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.

• has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.

• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.

• has experience of working in a similar specialist area.

To apply for this vacancy or view a job description please visit www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies.

For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 781555 or via email at admin@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk.

Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Wednesday 13th July 2022.

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.