Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo)

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will

• Have sound knowledge of the SEND Code of practice, the Trusts SEND Policy and related procedures to ensure its implementation
• Hold High Expectations of achievement, attainment and behaviour
• Lead by example, inspiring and motivating children and colleagues
• Have a commitment to supporting & developing the learning of all learners including those with EAL, who are disadvantaged or have SEND
• Support The Senior Trust Leader and principals in implementing academy visions and development priorities
• Have access to a Trust Senior Leader for SEND who will act as a coach and mentor.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you

• The opportunity to be part of our team, who are committed to educational excellence
• Friendly and supportive staff
• A commitment to high quality professional development including the Harmony Trust Training Programme
• Opportunity for future career development & progression within the trust

And most importantly

• The chance to transform the lives of children and really make a difference

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.