Job Description

Cornelius Vermuyden School is now under the leadership ofthe South East Essex Academy Trust (SEEAT) and, since April 2024, we have embarked on a significant phase of improvement. We have done a lot of the 'stabilise and repair' work that the school needed. Increasingly the focus is shifting to 'improve and sustain' and we will need your skills and experience in SEND to help us to do this. You will see from the December monitoring visit that there is work to be done to improve the provision for pupils with SEND. We can be flexible with start dates between April 2025 and September 2025.

The role is not without it's challenges but this is a real opportunity for an experienced SENDCo to make a difference, ensuring that all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), receive the support and provision they need to thrive and achieve their full potential.
You will work alongside the newly appointed Headteacher (joining in April) as well as Desi McKeown, our highly respected Executive Headteacher (who also oversees The Deanes School) and an experienced, hands-on, and supportive SEEAT team. As a key member of the school's leadership team, the successful candidate will develop and implement effective SEND policies, practices, and interventions that are aligned with the school and Trust's vision of providing an exceptional educational experience for all.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership and vision for SEND provision within the school, ensuring it is embedded across all aspects of school life and monitoring the impact.
Oversee the assessment, identification, and provision of support for students with special educational needs, collaborating with teachers, parents and external agencies
Coordinate the development and implementation of effective, evidence-based interventions and strategies to support students
Contribute to the school's ambitious curriculum, ensuring it is accessible and inclusive for all learners
Work alongside the Headteacher to ensure that the school's budget and delegated funding is strategically allocated to secure the most effective SEND provision.
Promote the importance of SEND provision and the value it brings across the school, working to raise awareness and understanding among staff, pupils, and the wider community.
Ensure that targeted academic support is linked to the wider curriculum and pupils' learning in class, complementing and not replacing effective teaching in the classroom.
Oversee the deployment and training of teaching assistants to deliver well-evidenced, structured interventions to individual pupils or small groups.
Work closely with the local authority and other agencies to share and seek accurate information in a timely manner, contributing to wider community SEND initiatives.
Monitor the implementation of the graduated approach (assess, plan, do, review) to SEND provision and report on its effectiveness to the governing body.
Work with the examination officer and external organisations to ensure appropriate access arrangements are made for pupils with SEND
Contribute to an accountability framework whereby teachers are responsible and accountable for the progress and development of all pupils, including those with SEND.
The Ideal Candidate:

An enthusiastic, ambitious, and qualified SENDCo with a proven track record of success
An excellent classroom practitioner, who understands teaching and learning. You will be able to provide staff with expert guidance on adaptive teaching techniques.

A motivational and inspirational leader with high expectations of staff;
Able to develop children to reach their full potential regardless of background or circumstance;
Approachable and keen to work with staff across the Trust to ensure wide success;
Able to establish and develop excellent relationships with the community and other stakeholders
Why Choose Cornelius Vermuyden School?
Impactful Work:Your work will directly contribute to the turnaround of the school, affecting lasting change in the community.
Professional Growth:Be part of a dynamic team in a trust that is going places offering numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
We also offer a friendly, welcoming, and supportive school environment with a committed staff team.You will have access to all of our employee benefits from day one of your employment.
Join us and be part of the change at Cornelius Vermuyden School. Let's reshape the future together.

Please apply via MyNew Term:https://mynewterm.com/jobs/140308/EDV-2025-CVS-40453

South East Essex Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All postholders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org

Information about the School

Cornelius Vermuyden is a vibrant and distinctive learning community in which all students receive the support, challenge and encouragement that they need to become successful, confident and mature young people who are well-prepared for life beyond school. Located on a beautiful site on Canvey Island and easily accessible to all parts of Essex, Southend and London, the school provides a secure and happy environment for positive and exciting learning experiences.