Assistant SEND Co-ordinator NEW Reddish Vale High School Stockport NJC Band 7 Points 26-29 (Act[...]

Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group; Stockport; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stockport is seeking an Assistant SEND Co-ordinator to join their dynamic SEND team. The role involves supporting students with special educational needs, ensuring they receive the best educational experience. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children. Join a supportive staff team and contribute to positively changing lives.

Benefits

Supportive Staff Team

Outstanding Leadership

Inclusive Learning Ethos

Qualifications

• Experience working with students/young people and their families.
• Knowledge of SEND legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENDCo and collaborate with staff and parents.
• Monitor and review SEND provision quality.
• Implement the SEND Policy effectively.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

SENDCo Qualification

Job description

NJC Band 7 Points 26-29 (Actual Salary £31,071-£33,223)

Permanent

Expires 10/01/2025

About the Role

ACHIEVE AND LEARN TRUST
REDDISH VALE HIGH SCHOOL
Reddish Vale Road
Reddish
Stockport
SK5 7HD
Phone: [phone]
Email: [emailprotected]
Website: https://www.reddish.stockport.sch.uk

ASSISTANT SEND CO-ORDINATOR START DATE: From January 2025
PAY SCALE: NJC Band 7 Points 26-29 (Actual Salary £31,071-£33,223)
HOURS: 36.25 hours per week (08:00 - 16:00), term time, plus 1 week (39 weeks in total)
Permanent

Are you seeking a fantastic opportunity to be part of an expanding, dynamic SEND team with a clear vision of ‘positively changing lives’? This vital role requires an individual who will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, ensuring their well-being while adhering to school policies and the staff code of conduct. As Assistant SEND Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in supporting students with special educational needs, ensuring they receive the best possible educational experience.

Reddish Vale High School is part of the Achieve and Learn Trust, which is committed to personal growth and academic excellence for all pupils. Our dedicated staff provide a positive and nurturing environment that inspires a passion for learning, helping every pupil to progress and thrive. We encourage pupils to achieve their best personally, academically, physically, and socially.

As Assistant SEND Co-ordinator, you will support the SENDCo and work alongside a team of HLTA’s and LSA’s to collaborate with staff, parents, and outside agencies. Your responsibilities will include supporting students with special educational needs, monitoring and reviewing SEND provision quality, ensuring the SEND Policy is effectively implemented, and assisting staff in maintaining high standards of provision.

The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working successfully with students/young people and their families
- A recognised qualification in Special Educational Needs (SEN), such as a SENDCo qualification, or working towards one
- Experience working with children or young people with various special educational needs and disabilities
- Sound knowledge of SEND legislation and best practices
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with staff, pupils, and external agencies
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Ability to establish relationships with students and their families
- The ability to organise, motivate, and inspire students

In return, we offer:
- A friendly, supportive, and talented staff team
- Outstanding leadership at all levels
- An inclusive learning ethos

If you wish to apply to join our school during this exciting time, please visit the ‘Job Vacancies’ page on our school website - Reddish Vale High School, where you will find an application form and more information about our school.

Closing Date: Friday 10 January 2025 at 12 noon
Interview Date: Thursday 16 January 2025

Applications are no longer accepted for this role.