Deputy SENCo

Full-time or part-time considered - salary shown is for a full-time contract

A unique opportunity has arisen for someone to join a highly supportive school

Other Scholars’ Education Trust benefits are also available

This is a very exciting time to join a dynamic team of staff who are committed to the continued progression the school is making. In March 2023, Ofsted judged the school to be ‘Good’ in all areas. As part of this Ofsted inspection, the parents were effervescent of their praise for the school (Ofsted Parent View).

We are looking for someone who has enthusiasm and a passion for supporting SEND children. In this role, you will support the school’s SENDCo with cultivating an inclusive environment and putting in place support to enable our SEND students to achieve.

Robert Barclay Academy is part of the very successful Scholars’ Education Trust creating a formal link with Sir John Lawes School (OFSTED Outstanding). We offer an innovative induction programme and professional development programme both at Robert Barclay Academy and across the Trust, recognising that our staff is the key to our success. 

What we can offer:

• A high level of training offered within the Academy and Trust at any stage of your career
• Opportunities for graduates to progress into Teacher Training Programme
• Seeing and being part of pupils' development and achievements
• A school place for a child of a permanent member of staff, providing the criteria is met

If you are interested in joining us at this exciting time, please click Quick Apply and complete the online application form.

Alternatively, please see our website for further details: https://www.robertbarclayacademy.co.uk/391/current-vacancies-2 or contact HR at HR@scholarseducationtrust.co.uk or on 01727 734424.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 13th January 2025.

Interview date: TBC.

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Scholars’ Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.

Declaration of criminal offences

The trust is required to give you the opportunity to voluntarily declare convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not ‘protected’ as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). You will be provided with a criminal self-declaration form by the school if you are shortlisted for the post. All posts in schools are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you are appointed you will be required to have an up-to-date Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate. The existence of a criminal background does not automatically mean that you cannot be appointed but it may do so.