Deputy SENDCO

Sir Thomas Fremantle School; Winslow; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Thomas Fremantle School is seeking a deputy SENDCO to join our Inclusion Team. You will lead the operational elements of the SEND department under the strategic direction of the Head of Inclusion, carrying out day-to-day procedures to support students, families and external agencies.

We value the ability to build strong relationships with parents and students, professionalism with external agencies, inclusive care, adaptability for complex needs, excellent communication, organisation and ICT

Qualifications

• Ability to build excellent relationships with parents and students.
• High degree of professionalism when working with external agencies.
• Genuine care and inclusive mindset to allow all students to flourish.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage complex needs and situations.
• Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills.
• Confident using ICT to maintain accurate records and produce clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND department operations under the Head of Inclusion and the deputy SENDCO.
• Oversee day-to-day procedures to support students, families and external agencies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with parents, carers and partners.
• Ensure safeguarding duties and DBS checks are completed for new staff.

Skills

Relationship building

Professionalism

Inclusive mindset

Adaptability

Communication skills

ICT & reporting

Job description

We are looking for a deputy SENDCO to join our Inclusion Team. Our school welcomes students from a wide range of backgrounds and our aim is that all student rise to the challenge. You will lead the operational elements of the SEND department with the other deputy SENDCO under the strategic direction of the Head of Inclusion. You will carry out the day-to-day operational procedures and processes to ensure we build strong professional relationships with students, families and carers, and external agencies.

We’re looking for:

• Ability to build excellent relationships with parents and students.
• High degree of professionalism when working with external agencies.
• Genuine care and inclusive mindset to allow all students to flourish.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage complex needs and situations.

Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills are essential. You will need to be confident using ICT to maintain accurate, liaise with colleagues and external partners, and produce clear written reports.

We are looking for someone who is empathetic, approachable and passionate about supporting young people and their families.

Sir Thomas Fremantle is set in North Buckinghamshire for 11-16 year olds serving the local community. The school is in easy reach of Milton Keynes and Aylesbury. We benefit from great facilities - the school building was only opened in 2017.

We are driven to ensure all our students have an incredible education that inspires and prepares them for the next step in their journey. With 750 students we are able to really get to know each of them and our sense of community is a real strength of our school.

Your professional development is really important to us. We want you to have the skills and training so you can flourish in your role. We care about your wellbeing and we want to work with you to ensure we do all we can to support you.

STFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for the successful applicant.