INCLUSION MANAGER / SENco Bevendean Primary School, Brighton, East Sussex

Job description

• Previous experience leading a curriculum area
• An up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the revised ‘Special Educational Needs and Disability Code of Practice: 0 - 25’
• Have a good understanding of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education – September 2018’ & ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children July 2018’
• A good working knowledge and understanding of SIMS
• Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead

Essential educational requirements

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen at our school and we are looking for an experienced SENCo or ambitious teacher to fill the post of Inclusion Manager and SENCo for a 6 month period. We would happily consider a secondment for the right person looking to gain additional experience, or perhaps someone who has completed, or is completing the SENCo training and would like to develop and build on their qualification. This position might also suit someone who has recently retired but looking for a short-term contract, or someone who is moving on from their current position and looking for a new challenge. This position could be offered on a part-time (0.8) or full time basis.

Essential qualifications

Essential skills and experience

1. Work with colleagues and a variety of stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes for all learners who are identified as having special educational needs
2. Ensure robust tracking systems are in place to monitor and track pupil attainment and progress
3. Disseminate good practice in SEND across the school
4. Work with the Headteacher to ensure allocation of SEND staffing matches the schools SEND need / provision
5. Review and implement SEND / Medical Needs policy and practice across the school
6. Form strong links with, and liaise with a variety of external agencies to secure good provision for pupils
7. Liaise and report to Governors annually on Special Educational Needs and Safeguarding in the school

Employee benefits

SEN1: £2,149 / SEN2: £4,242

About Bevendean Primary School

Bevendean Primary School is a two-form entry school in Brighton. We have 355 pupils on role with an on-site Hearing Support Facility for 12 children.

Address: Heath Hill Avenue, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 4JP
Phase: Primary
Type: LA Maintained School
Website: Bevendean Primary School website (opens in a new window)