Sybil Andrews Academy
Specialist Provision Lead - Cognition and Learning
Roll: 638 (Main School) + 18 SEND Unit
Start date: September 2025
Salary: MPR/UPR plus SEN allowance
Contract type: Full time, permanent
We are delighted that the Department for Education and Suffolk have decided to invest in Special Educational Needs provision and because of this Sybil Andrews and Unity Schools Partnership are looking to appoint an inspirational person to set up and develop our new Key Stage 3 and 4 specialist provision for a maximum of 18 students with identified cognition and learning needs. It is anticipated that the environment will reflect that of a fully inclusive hub within the school and where possible integration into the main school will be facilitated.

The successful candidate will work closely with the wider SEND team, our experienced Assistant Headteacher for SEND and Inclusion and be part of the wider network of Unity Schools Partnership. The successful candidate will be:

• Passionate about inclusion supporting vulnerable children to gain an inspirational education.
• An outstanding practitioner with high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour who is committed to providing high quality provision.
• Able to maintain and drive forward exceptional standards whilst meeting the needs of a very vulnerable group of students.

• An excellent communicator who is able to work inclusively with students, staff, parents and external professionals.

  If you have successful experience, a strong commitment to inclusive values, excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to strengthen partnerships, are ambitious to make a difference to the lives of young people and play a significant role in our exciting journey we would like to hear from you. Professional development opportunities are plentiful, and we are working hard to be innovative around workload- we want you to have a balanced life and enjoy working with our children! Sybil Andrews Academy has a strong culture and a big heart. We have a strong set of values, and we care. We have recently received a good judgement from Ofsted and we are part of the Unity Schools Partnership with other secondary, primary and Special Free Schools. All of which have a strong history of effective staff development and training.
  To arrange a visit or conversation with Cass Bergin, Assistant Head - Inclusion + SENDCo, please email cbergin@sybilandrewsacademy.co.uk
  Closing Date: 15th May 2025
  Interview Dates: 19th May 2025
  Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.
  In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
  Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
  We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you’d prefer to work part-time or as a job-share, we’ll facilitate this wherever we can – whether to help you meet other commitments or to help you strike a great work-life balance. We’re keen to ensure we’re designing an organisation that works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.

Please refer the Job description for details