Assistant to SENCO at Kirkby Stephen Grammar School

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Kirkby Stephen; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkby Stephen Grammar School is seeking an outstanding Assistant to SENCO to support students with special educational needs. This pivotal role involves managing SEND provisions and enhancing the school's supportive atmosphere for learners. The position requires relevant qualifications and a passion for child development.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within the code of practice framework.
• Worked with children of relevant age in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCO in managing the day-to-day operations of SEND provision.
• Contribute to the school's effectiveness for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Child Development Understanding

Experience in Classroom Setting

Education

GCSE grade C or above in English and Mathematics

HLTA accredited or QTS status

Additional specialist qualification at Level 4 or above

Job description

About this Role

DO YOU SHARE OUR PASSION TO INSPIRE EVERY YOUNG PERSON TO REACH THEIR POTENTIAL?

Kirkby Stephen Grammar School is part of Cumbria Education Trust (CET). CET is a growing multi-academy trust based in Cumbria; and is committed to creating outstanding, innovative and inspiring learning environments for our schools and their communities. The successful candidate will be joining CET at an exciting time, as we continue to build our successes and move forward on our journey to establish ourselves as one of the highest performing MATs in the North of England.

This is an excellent opportunity to join Kirkby Stephen Grammar School at a pivotal time for its future.

We are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our growing team. Part of Cumbria Education Trust, Kirkby Stephen Grammar School is seeking to appoint an Assistant to SENCO who will act as a key support to the SENCO, helping to manage the day-to-day operations of SEND provision and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the school's support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities..

• Hours of work: 37 hours per week
• Term weeks: 38 + 1 weeks school closure (39 weeks per year)
• Basis: Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside staff who are committed to making a difference to the lives of our learners.

We are seeking a hardworking candidate with a passion for working with young people with SEND, supporting them to reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Be HLTA accredited or hold QTS status (additional specialist qualification at Level 4 or above would be an advantage)
• Have experience of working within the code of practice framework
• Have worked with children of relevant age in a classroom setting
• Have a good understanding of child development and learning processes
• Offer excellent interpersonal skills

If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, we urge you to hit the "Apply" button.

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

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