Specialist Teacher Consultant (Option To Work Term Time Only) in London

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join Entrust's Education Improvement Services Staffordshire based team.

What you'll be doing:

• Contributing to the growth of Entrust's Education Improvement team alongside your Head of Service.
• Actively contributing to Entrust's traded services.
• Researching and identifying potential new markets and opportunities.
• Representing Entrust in a range of forums and partnership events, owning and managing client relationships to nurture business opportunities.
• Conducting assessments and evaluations of current SEND provision.
• Identifying areas for improvement in educational settings.
• Developing and implementing strategies to enhance inclusive education practices.
• Providing training and professional development for teachers and staff.
• Advising on policy and legislation related to SEND.
• Collaborating with schools, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Supporting the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
• Monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions.
• Ensuring compliance with legal requirements for SEND provision.
• Offering expert guidance and support to schools in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for students with SEND.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of strategies to promote social inclusion and reduce barriers to learning.
• Collaborating with external agencies and professionals to provide specialised support and resources for students with complex needs.
• Conducting audits and reviews of SEND provision to ensure alignment with best practices and standards.
• Keeping up to date with current research and developments in the field of SEND to inform decision-making and recommendations.

What we're looking for:

• Holds QTS status with a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a range of settings.
• An excellent track record of providing student support and delivery of significant improvements in quality across educational establishments for SEMH and SEND and Inclusion.
• Specialist knowledge and experience in behaviour management and supporting pupils with social/emotional/mental health needs.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and IT skills with good organisational, time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in delivering training.
• School SENCo experience/support highly desirable but not essential.
• Ability to undertake individual pupil assessments.
• An excellent knowledge of a school environment with evidence of working collaboratively with other agencies in these areas.
• A flexible proactive approach with the ability to work independently and be intrinsically motivated.
• Ability to establish and build positive working relationships at all levels.
• Up to date knowledge of appropriate regulatory frameworks.

About Entrust:

Entrust is a joint venture between Capita and Staffordshire County Council. We work across the UK in partnership with schools, academies and local authorities to provide specialist expertise around school improvement, learning technologies, and property and support services. We currently work in over 50 local authorities, with 600 schools. Join us and you'll be part of the fastest growing school-to-school support partner in England.

What's in it for you?

• Salary £38,000 - £40,000 dependant on experience.
• Full-time - 37.5 hours a week, potential option to work term time only (salary would be prorated accordingly).
• The role will be field-based across Staffordshire and potentially surrounding Counties.
• Parking available onsite with Canteen.
• 23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave or with the potential option to work term time only.
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice.
• Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks, and plenty more.
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel, and technology.
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform.
• You'll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You'll be joining a network of 55,000 experienced, innovative, and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we'll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you'll do next:

Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process.