SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)

at  Emerson Park AcademyHavering

REQUIRED: JANUARY 2025

We are seeking to appoint a highly inspirational and motivational SENDCo who is committed and passionate about meeting the needs of our students so they can achieve their potential. You will need to have a strong awareness of the relevant SEN legislation that underpins SEN within schools. Working as part of a wider team, you will promote inclusion of all students and their families within the school community to ensure progress and meaningful access to the curriculum, facilities and enrichment activities. You will be expected to have a strong belief in the benefits of differentiation, raising pupil self-esteem, aspiration and attainment levels. You will play a pivotal role in tracking and improving progress measures of vulnerable students. You will need to have excellent communication skills, with experience of multi-agency working. You will work closely with our senior leadership team, supporting and liaising with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure identified student’s needs are met.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Studied to degree level (perhaps in a SEND related field, but not required);
• Be awarded the NASENCO Award/currently studying or be willing to undertake the NPQ SEND;
• Experience working with children with autism, ADHD and other special needs including having some knowledge of statutory processes including EHCNA requests, EHCP reviews and access arrangements and/or be willing to learn about these;
• Knowledge and understanding of a range of teaching strategies and approaches for supporting children with special needs;
• Experience in developing and implementing individualised education programmes (IEPs);
• Knowledge of relational behaviour management techniques;
• A commitment to working collaboratively with parents, colleagues and other professionals involved in the child’s care;
• Be methodical, organised and have excellent attention to detail;
• Will have experience of teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 in their subject.

We can offer you:

• A happy, welcoming environment where children enjoy coming to school to learn
• Friendly, supportive and enthusiastic staff
• Excellent opportunities to further develop your skills

A full and comprehensive induction programme is followed for all new staff, including those new to the profession.
Emerson Park is a successful and oversubscribed 11-16 Secondary School in the London Borough of Havering. We are set in pleasant surroundings on the edge of the green belt with close proximity to both countryside and central London. We are fortunate to benefit from talented and hardworking staff, supportive parents and committed Governors and enthusiastic pupils. The academy has a traditional ethos and enjoys a good reputation in the area.
Applications can be submitted online by visiting
www.haveringschools.jobs
and locating this vacancy. If you wish to discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Head’s PA, Mrs Beney on 01708 475285 ext 222. Closing date for applications: Monday, 14th October 2024.