Cambridge
Polaris Education - Selwyn Hall SchoolFull Time: SENCO Role Basic Salary: £42,000Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount SchemeLocation: Foxton, Cambs Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its young people? If so, Selwyn Hall School in Foxton could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of young people. We are currently seeking a SENCO to join our growing team. This is an exciting time to join us as we further grow our Senior Leadership Team.About the SchoolSelwyn Hall School is a SEN school in Foxton, South West of Cambridge, which provides specialist education for 7-18 year olds with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties (SEMH). Our pupils may have a number of diagnoses including: ASD, ADHD, FASD, anxiety and/or, communication and interaction, cognition, and learning needs. Our small bespoke groupings of 4-6 children ensure that every pupil receives the individual attention they need to succeed.The school is situated within large private grounds to create a therapeutic environment that enables us to focus on the health and wellbeing of the pupils. We have space for a range of outdoor learning experiences including forest school, a multi-use sports pitch, sensory trail, conservation area and play equipment. Inside, the building has been completely refurbished and offers a range of classrooms and activity rooms including science, computing, music, drama and Art/DT.We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have twelve SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Role responsibilitiesDetermine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the schoolAid in the designing and delivering of extra interventions to reduce the attainment gapsAssess and monitor the progress of pupils in line with their EHCP'sHold annual reviewsBe a Deputy Designated Safeguarding LeadAttend multi agency meetings and lead on Early HelpHold the designated teacher position for looked after children, attending meetingsLiaising alongside the Head Teacher, Tutor, Class Teachers and parents to support individual learning plansBe responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provisions to support individual pupils with SEN or a disabilityMaintain accurate recordsProvide support to colleagues in developing effective teaching programmes and positive behaviour management techniques around individual childrenOversee and preparing annual reviewsWork closely with the Tutor to ensure that the appropriate professionals ae involved with the pupil's development and mental health needsBe aware of the provision in the local offerWork with early years providers, other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals, and other external agenciesBe a key point of contact for external agencies, especially the local authorityAnalyse assessment data for pupils with SEN or a disabilityImplement and lead intervention groups for pupils with SEN, and evaluate their effectivenessCo-ordinate provision that meets the pupil's needs, and monitor its effectivenessSecure relevant services for the pupilCommunicate regularly with parents or carersEnsure that if the pupil transfers to or from another school, all relevant information is conveyed to it, and supports a smooth transition for the pupilPromote the pupil's inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum, facilities, and extra-curricular activitiesWork with the Head Teacher and Tutor, assisting in transitions and consultationsCover classes where appropriate during Teacher absenceTeaching commitmentRequirements Qualified Teacher StatusNational Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete the new NPQ for SENCOsPrevious involvement in school self-evaluation and development planningPrevious experience of teaching in an Autism/SEMH SchoolExperience in conducting training/leading INSETSound knowledge of the SEND Code of ConductCommitted to professional development and willing to learnWhat we offerA workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunitiesAn opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provisionA friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomesBeing part of an exciting journey during the growth of a new schoolBeing part of a passionate, diverse and motivated team where the child is at the centre of everything we do The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Community. Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Keywords: School Tutor, Location: Cambridge, ENG - CB2 3HG