Lead SEN Officer - Lion Academy Trust

Lion Academy Trust, Leyton, E10 6EJ

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  13 December 2024 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 November 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Scale / Upper Threshold + SEN Allowance (Depending on Experience and not suitable for ECT’s)
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

At the Lion Academy Trust, we are dedicated to providing every pupil with an outstanding education and the support they need to thrive. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our core values, which emphasise high-quality teaching, inclusivity, and a relentless pursuit of improvement.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead SEN Officer to join our central Trust team and lead on quality assurance and support across all our Primary Schools.

Role Overview: As the Lead SEN Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receive the highest quality of education and support. You will lead on quality assurance and support across all Lion Academy Trust Primary Schools, and will collaborate closely with local authorities to navigate SEND support consultations, ensuring that our schools have the legal and educational expertise needed to meet the funding and support requirements for all children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and oversee SEND policies in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Coordinate assessment processes for children with potential SEND
• Support schools in developing and maintaining Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans
• Liaise with schools, parents, and professionals to ensure appropriate support
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provisions across schools
• Lead and support schools to manage SEND budgets and allocate resources efficiently
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and deadlines
• Provide training and guidance to school staff on SEND matters
• Advocate for SEND children's rights and inclusion

What We're Looking For:

• A passionate advocate for inclusive education with a deep understanding of SEND
• A strategic thinker with the ability to implement trust-wide SEND policies
• An experienced professional with a track record of improving SEND outcomes
• A collaborative leader who can work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• A resilient problem-solver capable of navigating complex funding landscapes
• An individual committed to continuous professional development in SEND

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us:

• Make a real difference in the lives of children with SEND across multiple schools
• Be part of a forward-thinking trust committed to inclusive education
• Opportunity to shape and lead SEND strategy at a trust-wide level
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of education professionals
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary commensurate with the responsibilities of the role
• Chance to contribute to innovative SEND practices and policies

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will receive the Safeguarding Policy that outlines the duties and responsibilities of the employer and all employees.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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About Lion Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Lion Academy Trust website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@lionacademytrust.net
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lion-academy-trust (opens in new tab)

Dear Candidate,

Thank you for taking the time to look at roles at the Lion Academy Trust. I am extremely proud of what our teams do on a daily basis - from teaching in classes that cater for the broadest range of needs and abilities through to the support teams that make sure that everything runs smoothly and ensures that our pupils, staff and visitors experience the very best of what primary-phase education can offer.

By seeking to engage with the Trust in applying for a new role, I would encourage you to explore our websites, social media feeds and where possible, speak to our staff about working for the Lion Academy Trust. We have high standards and expectations and work hard to make sure every pupil is afforded the education they deserve - but we cherish the staff we have and work as hard to ensure that we support and develop all our teams to achieve their full potential.

You will find all the details you need in the materials provided for each role. If you are looking for an employer that will match and exceed your ambition to positively change the lives of the pupils and communities we serve, then the Lion Academy Trust may well be the employer for you.

Good luck on your journey to finding the right job and the next steps in your career.

Justin James,
Chief Executive Officer

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