Special Educational Needs Coordinator. Job in Wembley Education & Training Jobs

About The Role

At Ark Elvin Academy we are working hard to give all our pupils an excellent and inclusive education and are looking for committed teachers and support staff to join us at this exciting stage in our school improvement journey. Our team of enthusiastic, high expectations staff are doing what it takes to continue to rapidly improve our school and deliver the outstanding education our community needs and deserves.

We are deeply committed to our mission: To ensure that every pupil leaves Elvin confident, articulate, and culturally aware; able to pursue careers they are passionate about, contribute to society and live happy, healthy and fulfilled lives.

Our SEN department is a well-resourced team at the heart of our school. The SENCO and the SEN leadership team work in close collaboration with our teaching & learning team, pastoral team, safeguarding team, attendance team and extensive mental health provision (Place2be Mental Health School of the Year 2023) to do what it takes to ensure that every child meets their full potential and is happy and successful at school.

In recruiting for our SENCO we are seeking the following from applicants:

• A genuine passion and belief in the potential for every student.
• A passion for SEN and Inclusion.
• A growth mindset.
• Motivation to continually improve our SEN provision and maintain our inclusive vision.
• High standards of professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a large and passionate Inclusion team.
• The potential to be an exceptional leader and develop the leadership of others.
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students.

Benefits

• Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
• Twice as many training days as standard.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers.
• Interest‑free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
• Gym discounts - offering up to 40%.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.

About Us

We are a large non‑selective secondary school in the London borough of Brent, with excellent transport links to central London. We are proud of the excellent education we offer each of our pupils. Our team of enthusiastic, high expectations staff have transformed our school and we are just as excited about the next step in our school improvement journey, as we work together to deliver the outstanding education our community need and deserve.

Here at Ark Elvin, we understand that being a teacher is tough and we are committed to working together to help reduce workload where possible. This includes clarity around roles and responsibilities allowing you to plan daily, weekly and termly tasks, reducing ineffective or inefficient work such as report writing and parents' evenings and above all, listening to and acting on feedback.

We are also committed to ensuring teachers can focus on teaching and have the opportunity to refine and develop their practice in the classroom and develop their leadership skills. You will also become part of a close‑knit professional community of enthusiastic colleagues who benefit from the training, guidance, and support from the Ark network, one of the country's top performing school groups.

Diversity and inclusion

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective.

Safeguarding statement

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on‑going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.