Assistant SENDCO

St Cuthbert's RC High School is currently seeking an Assistant SENDCo. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

The successful candidate will support the SENDCo in the effective operational delivery, coordination and administration of SEND provision across the school, ensuring that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive appropriate, timely, and well-coordinated support in line with the SEND Code of Practice, Trust policies and statutory requirements.

We are seeking an individual who has:

• Experience of working with pupils with SEND in a school or educational setting.
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and EHCP processes
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build professional relationships.

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status and whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust’s safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.

The Trust reserves the right to extend, or close an advertised role early, subject to the number of applications received, therefore you are encouraged to apply early.

Shortlisting date: TBC

Interview date: TBC