Assistant SENDCO

Assistant SENDCO

Job description

Salary Range - NJC SCP 17-24, £32,046-£36,581 (pro-rata)
35 hrs, 8.30am-4.30pm (inc. 1hr unpaid lunch), Mon-Friday, Term Time

Beverley Grammar School is a vibrant, 11–18 boys’ comprehensive school with a Joint Sixth form with the neighbouring girls’ school. The school believes that education is a partnership involving all people concerned with a student’s development. We encourage the involvement of parents and other members of the community whenever possible. We promote inclusive education and celebrate equality and diversity.

We are a successful school which has the respect of the local community and in which all staff and students assist each other in achieving their full potential.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and organised Assistant SENDCO who is detail driven, experienced in leading teams through change, and able to establish positive working relationships with students and adults. The person appointed will be able to show sensitivity towards students’ problems, liaising effectively with parent/carers; alongside developing effective strategies, interventions and writing insightful and accurate reports.

This is an exciting time to join our Learning Support team as we are growing and developing in response to the Government SEN white paper. The Assistant SENDCO is an exciting new role, working alongside an experienced and innovative SENDCO with scope to further develop a successful team, this position will be instrumental in ensuring that ‘every child achieves and thrives’. If you are passionate about SEND support and are looking for an exciting next step in supporting young people, this may be the opportunity for you.

You will have:

• Experience in secondary school SEND support, ideally with KS3 student transition
• A good standard of general education, specialised training in SEND, proficiency in ICT
• The ability to relate well to young people, parent/carers, the LA and develop relationships/teams
• Ability to lead SEND reviews/complex meetings, follow up and maintain meticulous records
• A commitment to supporting the school policies and be prepared to take part in relevant training

Further details and application forms are available at www.beverleygrammar.co.uk Completed forms should be posted to Nina Markham-Bew, or emailed to apply@beverleygrammar.co.uk

Beverley Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required prior to appointment.