SENCO
Start Date September 2021
If you are a great team player with proven recent experience of working in a School in a SENCO role, and you would like to be part of a successful school with a real family feel, make the move to The Study Preparatory School and Nursery.
Based in New Malden, Surrey, The Study Preparatory School and Nursery is a co-educational independent school for children aged 2 years -11 years. We pride ourselves on keeping our practice reflective and up to date, so that we can provide the best opportunities for every child, every day. We also celebrate the diversity of our community, carefully considering and respecting the variety of cultures, backgrounds and individual needs, and are passionate about continual provision and child-initiated learning inside and outside.
About the role
Working under the direction of the Headteacher, you will play a vital role in the strategic development of the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and oversight of the day-to-day operation of that policy with the aim of raising SEN pupil achievement. Indeed, we will rely on you to put provision in place to ensure that progress of pupils with SEN improves relative to those without SEN. Ensure that the school carries out its statutory responsibilities regarding all students with an education, health and care plans (EHCP) and monitor progress towards targets.
You will also support the School in Teaching and Learning, leading and managing staff, advising Learning Support Assistants, provide regular SEN information to the Headteacher and/or Governing Body when required, coordinate Annual Reviews and/or EHCPs and chairing when necessary.
About you
To succeed, you will need to be QTS Status or degree equivalent qualified and recognised National Qualification for SENCOs. You will also need varied experience of teaching and learning across the primary age range, experience of Inclusion or SEND, you will have lead workshops and chaired meetings and INSET, you will also have successfully lead or managed a team. Your knowledge will cover relevant SEN Code of Practice and Pupil Premium legislation and interventions. You will possess a proven track record of teaching.
The benefits
In addition to playing an important role in a growing business that’s financially strong and has an ambitious growth agenda, you will receive a competitive salary and annual salary review. There will also be ample professional development and training opportunities, including ongoing coaching from the management team, with the prospect of career and salary progression as our business grows. Other benefits include:
- Childcare fee discount
- Pension scheme
- Refer a friend bonus of £700
- A comprehensive health cash plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Westfield rewards (discounts from various high street and online outlets)
Above all, you will benefit from being part of a fun, supportive and creative team.
To apply, email your CV to recruit@thestudyschool.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 3 August 2021. We reserve the right to interview applicants as and when applications are received.
The Study Preparatory School and Nursery is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).