SENDCo in Witham

We are seeking an innovative practitioner to work at Witham Oaks Academy who will further enhance the learning experience for our children and help them develop as well-rounded individuals. We are seeking a SENDCo to ensure the needs of all learners with special needs are met. They will guide staff in meeting the needs of these learners and lead a dedicated team of support staff providing children with special needs with the best education possible.

Are you passionate about Inclusion and committed to the principle of meeting pupils' needs in mainstream school? This opportunity is the one for you.

Quotes from our children regarding what they are looking for:

• A great sense of humour
• Enthusiastic about us and what we are capable of
• Actually listens to us and knows what we need
• Intelligent and knowledgeable
• Challenges us each day, in every subject
• Breaks our learning down into small parts that help us understand

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status
• Demonstrate outstanding classroom practice
• Have a knowledge and understanding of intervention and inclusion
• Hold the National Award for SEND or be willing to undertake the training to gain this qualification
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team with excellent communication and organisational skills to lead, support and inspire colleagues
• Have an in-depth knowledge of new legislation with SEND provision
• Demonstrate a commitment to raising standards and knowledge of how to do this effectively
• Show initiative and lead by example

In return we can offer:

• Pupils who are lively and keen to learn
• A supportive staff team and Trustee board with drive and ambition to move forward
• Support and encouragement for further professional development with a tailor-made CPD plan
• Time in order to fulfil your leadership role

Candidates are encouraged to visit in order to meet us and to gain a clear understanding of this role. Please contact the school office on 01376 513322 to arrange an appointment.

Inspires MAT are committed to:

• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development, of children and young people;
• Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued;
• Promoting the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs;
• Expecting all staff, volunteers and other workers to share this commitment.

The appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.