We are now seeking a skilled and committed leader to join the team as SENCO for the secondary academy, who will play an important role in the overall management of the academy. As SENCO for the secondary academy you will lead, develop and support effective practice for pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), English as an Additional Language (EAL) and those with additional needs, to ensure that they are able to make rapid progress in line with the Academy’s expectations. You will lead the Secondary Inclusion Faculty and be responsible for developing the expertise of staff to provide high quality education.
We are highly ambitious for our students and our staff are pivotal to our success. As part of the staff team, you will have the opportunity to work with great colleagues and develop your career through an outstanding professional development programme. You will be encouraged to be a reflective and open practitioner and be supported by the expertise of the Principal and experienced network colleagues, to develop yourself as an outstanding leader.
You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues across the network to develop excellent practice. In addition, we offer attractive remuneration, above the national pay scales as well as a range of benefits including reduced gym membership and large retail discounts.
The successful candidate will:
- be an outstanding manager with a proven track record of delivering excellence have experience of successfully leading a in a school or similar setting
- have experience of delivering effective training to individuals and groups of staff
- have experience of helping coordinate the vision and strategy for a large school or organisation
- have experience of managing effective external relationships with community and other stakeholders
- be passionate about working in a school and with young people
To apply
For further information on this brilliant opportunity as well as the fantastic benefits available, please see the job description and person specification attached.
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the Principal about the role, or have technical questions about the application process, please contact his Executive Assistant and HR Lead Sam Jones at [email protected]. We look forward to receiving your application.