Sendco

ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST; Milton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

24/7 GP access

Discounts (Motorfinity, Kent Rewards,/

Mental health support

Free eye tests

Job summary

ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST invites applications for a SENDCO at our inclusive primary school. The role leads and coordinates provision for pupils with SEND, ensuring every child receives support to achieve and feel included, while SLT may require classroom cover occasionally.

We seek a leader who is approachable, thoughtful and decisive, builds trust, develops staff, and drives the next phase of our journey with CPD opportunities and a supportive, caring team.

Qualifications

• Lead provision for pupils with SEND.
• Develop inclusive practice across the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision to help all pupils access learning.
• Support SLT with strategic inclusion across the school.
• Provide guidance to staff to raise achievement for pupils with SEND.

Skills

Inclusion leadership

Strategic leadership

Staff development

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a candidate of exceptional ability to join our team as SENDCO in this inclusive and diverse primary school. Your supportive role will enable children and their families to access good educational provision as soon as they join our school. The SENDCo is a valued member of the Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic leadership for inclusion and SEND across the school. The post will be non-class based but there will be times when SLT may be needed for cover in the classroom. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who:

• Are strong classroom practitioners with a clear understanding of high-quality teaching
• Are passionate about inclusion and committed to ensuring that all children can access learning and succeed
• Want to play an active role in shaping and developing learning experiences that meet a wide range of needs
• Value working as part of a supportive and caring team
• Are motivated by making a difference to the outcomes and experiences of children

The purpose of the role is to lead and coordinate provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to achieve well and feel fully included in school life. This is an opportunity to play a central role in shaping inclusive practice across the school, working alongside committed colleagues to ensure that every child is supported to thrive. We are looking for a leader who is approachable, thoughtful and decisive - someone who builds trust, develops staff and is confident in leading the next phase of the school's journey.

• Trust-wide commitment to your ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD) including secondment options and mentorship opportunities
• Unlimited access for you and your family to 24/7 GP telephone consultations.
• Access to a wide array of discounts including Motorfinity, Kent Rewards and Blue Light Card.
• Free access to mental health and wellbeing support including counselling, mindfulness and physiotherapy sessions
• Free annual eye tests