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SENDCO (0.8Fte) - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford, Aylesford

  • Ref:KCC886-2030-100T
  • Posted:11/01/2022
  • Pay:VIAT Main/Upper Pay Scale
  • Start Date:April or September 2022
  • App Close Date:20/02/2022 at 08:00
  • Interviews:Friday 25th February

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Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford are looking for committed, enthusiastic and caring person to lead the high-quality SEN provision within our school.

The post is currently proposed as 4 days per week but full-time working would be considered. 

We believe that all children should be given the opportunity to learn inclusively within the classroom and our Quality First Teaching pedagogy supports this belief. We are looking for a leader to support the team of highly skilled and committed teachers and support staff in creating a curriculum that truly allows all children to achieve their potential.

We are looking for an experienced practitioner who has excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with our families and work with teachers to ensure the impact of all interventions can be effective.

The successful candidate will;

  • have relevant teaching experience, NASC SENDCO qualification/awareness or willingness to undertake this qualification within 3 years of appointment.
  • have a proven track record of supporting students with SEND, particularly speech and language, ASD and SEMH.
  • be able to work effectively as part of a team to achieve the very best for our children.
  • be organised, flexible and enthusiastic.
    be resilient and resourceful with high expectations of self and others.

In turn we can offer:

  • the opportunity to work with supportive, knowledgeable colleagues in school and across the VIAT Trust.
  • opportunities for CPD and career progression within the VIAT Trust.
  • committed, happy, friendly and supportive staff.
  • enthusiastic, well-behaved children. 

Our Commitment

All our schools continually evolve in their drive for excellence; we aspire to provide staff and pupils to have

  • Outstanding Care
  • Outstanding Education
  • Outstanding Opportunities.

New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the MAT. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the MAT is set up to provide; networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment we want to meet you.

In joining us, we will offer you the very best CPD and career development. This includes:

  • A competitive salary
  • A core offer of professional development with opportunities to engage in research programmes
  • Opportunities to learn within a network of schools
  • Actively working with you to meet CPD needs, through training, mentoring and working with colleagues within the other Primary Schools within MAT.

We warmly invite you book an appointment with our Headteacher, Mrs Loni Stevens, to discuss this position further.  

To apply, click on the link below to download a copy of our application form and email to: hr@viat.org.uk 

Information about the school

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford is a two-form entry school for children aged 4 to 11, in the heart of the local community.

The school’s facilities, which have been extended to include a brand new library, classrooms and reception area, sit in a large outdoor space, with a forest school, and well-equipped sports and play areas.

As an Outstanding school, Aylesford prides itself on working together with pupils and parents to ensure every child is motivated to achieve their very best. They are pleased to have achieved the Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing Award and were also Kent Literacy Award Winners.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:VIAT HR
  • Address:Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7JU
  • Telephone: 0303 303 0000 opt 5
  • Email: recruitment@viat.org.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.