Director of SEND (SENCo)

Are you an individual who has expertise in teaching and learning and assessing of students with individual learning needs? Are you energetic about removing barriers to ensure consistently high standards and expectations for children with additional needs?

If so, Rudheath Senior Academy is the school for you!

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and well-qualified teacher to lead our SEND provision. Our ideal candidate will be a highly organised, warm character, whose experience and dynamism will enhance our friendly, enthusiastic and hardworking staff body.

Our SENCo will be expected to oversee the transition to Rudheath Senior Academy and immediately begin the process of assessing student and forging strong links with our partner primaries. You will run all aspects of the inclusion team including assessing and supporting all students on the SEND register and ensuring outstanding quality first teaching for students with SEND needs.

You will also manage our sanctuary provision designed to support our most vulnerable students and manage a passionate team of teaching assistants. You will liaise closely with senior leaders as a member of the extended leadership team and also work closely with the pastoral team as you support our community in their awareness and understanding of student needs and inclusive approaches to teaching and learning.