SENCO

Required for September 2024

The Governors of St Bede’s RC Primary School wish to appoint an experienced 0.8 SENCO or an excellent practitioner with relevant primary experience who is willing to undertake the accredited SENCO qualification, to join our Senior Management Team & Emotional Well-Being Team.

Expectations for the successful candidate:
•    high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour
•    able to demonstrate a clear commitment to securing outstanding provision for all pupils within the school
•    highly motivated and able to manage own workload while leading others
•    demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. Keep leaders and governors informed of any updates that may affect the school and our priorities
•    a team player, committed to working with staff and parents in support of the pupils
•    a person with a sense of humour and is prepared to go that extra mile

SENCO Role at St Bede’s
•    the SENCO will be responsible for managing and leading SEND provision throughout the school, monitoring the progress of pupils and the impact of the provision to ensure that children's needs are being met. The SENCO leads our team of support staff and provides training updates for them and teaching staff when required
•    the role is non-class based although there will be some intervention group teaching. The SENCO has a key role within our Emotional Well-Being Team – liaising with parents and the Family Support Worker. Liaising with incoming parents and other settings is a key part of the role

•    The role also includes responsibilities for safeguarding as DDSL. There would be the expectation to work collaboratively with families and external agencies to support to best outcomes for the children at our school 

In return, we can offer:
•    a successful and friendly team of staff. Children who love to learn within a broad and rich curriculum. Teachers, teaching assistants and governors who are passionate about teaching and learning. Support with your own professional development
Prospective candidates are invited to visit the school by appointment. Further details and CES application forms are available from the school web site at https://www.stbedes.cumbria.sch.uk/or via emailing the school office secretary@stbedes.cumbria.sch.uk 

St Bede’s RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education Legislation.

Closing date for applications: 18th March 2024 at 12 Noon
Shortlisting: 19th March 2024                          
Interviews: To be held between 20th and 27th March 2024