SENDCo - Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School

Kirklees Council; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School in Dewsbury is seeking a proactive SENDCo to lead our SEND provision within a four-form entry church school community. You will work with dedicated teachers, support staff and the Inclusion Base to ensure every child reaches their potential in a nurturing environment.

The role requires evident SEND experience or a strong desire to develop in this area, with a focus on building partnerships with outside agencies and maintaining smooth administration and

Qualifications

• Evidence of SEND experience or a clear desire to develop this area of teaching.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with outside agencies and complete paperwork in a timely manner.
• A positive, patient approach with a sense of humour and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SEND department in collaboration with motivated teachers, support staff and pupils, and our Inclusion Base.
• Develop and implement SEND provision within the school to ensure every child reaches their potential.
• Build effective partnerships with external agencies and ensure paperwork is completed promptly.

Skills

SEND experience

Team player

Paperwork management

External agency liaison

Patience & humour

Job description

Are you ready to lead an outstanding SEND department and make a real difference in a thriving school community? Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated SENDCo to join our vibrant team.

We are a four-form entry school at the heart of an ethnically and religiously diverse community and we are incredibly proud of what our pupils achieve during our time with us as shown in our excellent SATs results. In our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2023), we were graded Good, with inspectors noting: 'Pupils are safe and happy at this friendly, welcoming school. Their conduct is exemplary in lessons and around school.'

As a highly inclusive church school, spirituality underpins everything we do – our values, our culture, and our commitment to nurturing every child and staff member to reach their full potential. We are a vibrant and happy community where relationships matter and where every member of our school family is valued and supported to be their very best.

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to employ an inspiring SENDCo who will lead our high-performing SEND department, working with motivated teachers, support staff, and pupils, as well as our successful Inclusion Base, to ensure every child reaches their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school where SEND provision is at the heart of what we do. You will need evident SEND experience or a genuine desire to further develop this area of your teaching role, along with the passion and drive to help every child succeed.

What we can offer you:

• A Church school at the heart of our diverse community – where spirituality and values shape everything we do
• Motivated and enthusiastic children who genuinely love coming to school and are eager to learn
• Supportive parents who work in partnership with us to help every child thrive
• An attractive, stimulating and well-resourced environment where teaching and learning flourish
• Effective SEND practices and procedures already in place, ready for you to build upon
• Motivated teachers and ETAs who want to support our pupils and make a real difference
• A strong commitment to professional development opportunities for all staff members – because when our team grows, our children flourish

What we're looking for:

• Someone who enjoys a challenge and likes to work as part of a team
• Someone with evident SEND experience or a desire to further develop this area of their teaching role
• Someone who is able to develop strong working relationships with outside agencies and complete appropriate paperwork in a timely manner
• Someone with patience and a sense of humour!

Ready to find out more?

We would love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged – come and experience our friendly atmosphere for yourself. More information can be found on our school website, www.ravensthorpejuniorschool.co.uk.

If you'd like further information about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact our Business Manager Natalie Stalmach on 01924 907082.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.