Job Description

Shalford is a friendly, village school at the heart of our community. Our dedicated and passionate team continuously strives to give all children the best possible learning opportunities. Staff have high expectations of all pupils and strive to ensure every child, including those with additional needs, thrives and fulfils their potential- academically, creatively, socially and emotionally. We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic SENCO who has the commitment, desire and potential to develop the role to an outstanding level.

Hours: Part Time - 0.25 weekly contract

1 day a week and half day every other week. Days of worknegotiable.

We are seeking to appoint someone who will:

• Be a qualified SENCO
• Have an excellent understanding of how to support and develop children with a diverse range of needs and a proven track record as a successful teacher
• Lead, manage and motivate others
• Support the aims and ethos of our school.
• Think, plan and act strategically
• Develop strong working relationships with all stakeholders

The job role will include:

• Evaluating progress and attainment data, understanding and mapping the necessary interventions to meet the needs of the children
• Delivering interventions to targeted pupils
• Supporting staff in understanding and planning for the needs of SEND children
• Advising and supporting the Head Teacher in all SEND and child protection matters
• Ensuring the school is compliant with all SEND legislation

We offer:

• The opportunity to be a member of a focused and aspirational team
• A friendly and highly professional team who are committed to and passionate about the success of all children
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• A delightful setting and children who are a joy to work with

Visits are warmly encouraged by arrangement. Please contact Angela Emmerson our Office Manager to make an appointment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Information about the School

Shalford Primary is a friendly, half-form entry school that puts the education and wellbeing of our children at the centre of everything we do. Our teaching develops effective knowledge, skills and attributes that enable the children to be confident, responsible and compassionate whilst developing a respect for humankind and the world in which we live. We want every child to have the core skills of literacy and mathematics mastered and learn through a rich and creative curriculum that encompasses science, technologies, humanities and the arts. In addition, we have a range of enrichment activities delivered through the children's personalised timetables to enhance the children's learning experiences.

The school caters for children from 4 to 11 years old and has been in the village of Shalford since 1874.