SEND Lead (Virtual School)

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated professional to support the Virtual School Head in ensuring compliance with educational duties for children with social workers. This role involves leading cases for children with EHC Plans and providing essential guidance on special educational needs. Join a team committed to fostering a vibrant community and making a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children. With a range of employee benefits and a supportive environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about education and social welfare.

Benefits

Gym memberships

Salary sacrifice schemes

Generous leave

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level with PGCE and QTS qualifications.
• Additional SENCO qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Virtual School Head in fulfilling statutory duties.
• Provide guidance on assessment and monitoring for looked after children.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

SENCO qualification

Degree level education

Education

PGCE

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Details

Grade: I £40,476 to £44,711 per annum
Pay award pending

Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 1 year

Role Specifics

• Educated to degree level, including a relevant professional qualification (PGCE), Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and additional SENCO qualification

The Role

You will support the Virtual School Head in ensuring Bolton Council fulfills its statutory duties related to the education of children with a social worker. Your responsibilities include providing guidance on identification, assessment, provision, review, and monitoring for looked after children and those with special educational needs. You will lead cases involving children with EHC Plans, offering advice to previously looked after children, those on Child Protection Plans, or at Child in Need. Additionally, you will be a key member of the SEND Board to raise awareness of children with a social worker.

About You

Qualified to degree level with a relevant professional qualification (PGCE), QTS, and SENCO certification.

About Us

Join us during an exciting time as we pursue strong ambitions for Bolton. We are committed to creating a vibrant, connected, and prosperous community with successful businesses and engaged residents. We offer a range of employee benefits, including discounts, gym memberships, salary sacrifice schemes, generous leave, flexible working, pension scheme, and wellbeing services.

Additional Information

We value our staff and are committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups. An Enhanced DBS check is required. The role involves a specified level of spoken English. We recognize continuous service within Greater Manchester authorities and organizations. For more details, visit greater.jobs or contact [emailprotected].