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Sendco- Part Time / Flexible - Part-time

Platt CEP School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-3325-73L
  • Posted:14/01/2020
  • Pay:MPS with SEND allowance
  • Start Date:ASAP
  • App Close Date:23/01/2020 at 13:00
  • Interviews:WB 27th Jan

Advert

 

Role: SENDCo

Platt C of E School are looking for commited, enthusiastic and caring candidates to lead our wonderful SEN provision within our school. Our school is driven by our core Christian values and we are looking for someone who can support our team to bring these values to life in the classroom.

What our values mean to you as a teacher:

Learning together: We believe that all children should be given the opportuity to learn inclusively within the classroom. We are looking for a leader to support the team of highly skilled and commited teachers in creating a curriculum that truly allows all children to achieve the best of their potential.

We will support each other and give focussed time to curriculum development and welcome applications from those who would love to be part of this process.

Forgiving one another: We all make mistakes and as a school we celebrate this. Teachers are trusted and empowered within their roles as the professionals they are. We are looking for teachers who will thrive when they try new things.

Caring for all: We look after each other as a team. Wellbeing and worklife balance are high on the leadership agenda in order to keep wonderful teachers within the profession. We are looking for staff who want to work and feel valued and will join the school community fully.

Within the role as SENDCo you will play a key role in the child protection team within the school and you will need to be able to build relationships with families in order to fully care for them within our school.

About the role:

Platt C of E Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a SENDCo or experienced practitioner willing to train as a SENDCo to join our team as soon as possible. There is flexibility in starting date for the right candidate.

The role is ideally for 2 full days but is open to negotiation as we wholeheartedly believe in supporting flexible working.

The role is a leadership role and you would be expected to complete all tasks associated with the role of a SENDCo within school; including attending meetings, leading a support team and completing applications for additional support.

The Person Specification has more detailed information on the role.

Please get in touch and visit our wonderful school should you be interested in this opportunity and I look forward to hearing from you.

 

 

Information about the school

We are a small, one form entry community church of England school made up of 180 kind, motivated and excited learners. Our vision is based on the parable of the mustard seed in that we aim for all children to grow, flourish and be responsible and reflective individuals. The staff at our school are valued and are expected to embrace our Christian vision and the values of Care – Learn – Forgive. Our children are confident and proud of their school and belonging to it. We believe education should not only equip children academically and emotionally but provide memories and shape our children to 'live life in all its fullness' (John 10:10).

We moved into our beautiful new school building in September 2021 and you will be part of growing our site and our learning community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and to this end all staff are subject to DBS checks.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:School Office
  • Address:Platinum Way, St Mary's Platt, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 8FH
  • Telephone: (01732) 882596
  • Email: Office@platt.kent.sch.uk

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.