SENCo

Alexandra Primary School, London, N22 6UH

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2024

• Closing date

  17 May 2024 at 3pm

• Date listed

  22 April 2024

Job details

• Job role:
  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS - UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2B

What skills and experience we're looking for

• A role model of positivity and champion for vulnerable learners who can inspire others.
• Someone committed to building strong relationships with children, teachers, families and external agencies, further enhancing the reputation of the school.
• A practitioner who is highly organised and driven with a proven track record of effective SEND provision and successful EHC needs assessment requests.
• A deep commitment to improving the life chances and educational outcomes of children at risk of exclusion.
• Experience of trauma informed practice (or similar) and working successfully with pupils with SEMHD.
• The ability to lead and manage a team of support staff to ensure provision matches need.
• The skills to ensure inclusive practice continuously improves through training, coaching and feedback
• A passion for personal growth and professional learning
• A resilient individual who is calm under pressure.

What the school offers its staff

• A vibrant and diverse school community and staff team
• An outward looking school which invites collaboration and builds networks
• The chance to be part of an innovative and reflective leadership team
• The opportunity to play a vital role in establishing a Resourced Provision; development of the environment, curriculum and assessment processes.
• A school with an inclusive ethos which values the creative arts, play and children’s social and emotional learning
• A rich offer of professional learning and leadership development
• A positive, caring culture and enjoyable school climate
• A chance to make a positive impact at a school on an exciting journey

Further details about the role

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage applications from under-represented groups and those who are committed to creating belonging for all of our community.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged, please contact the school via recuitment@alexprimary.haringey.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have a comprehensive safeguarding policy, which all staff adhere to, ensuring a safe and secure learning environment.

Staff undergo regular training around the latest safeguarding practices.

We work collaboratively with parents/carers, and external agencies to prioritise the wellbeing of every child. We promote a culture of openness encouraging children to voice their concerns. Our robust procedures aim to identify, assess, and support those at risk, with a commitment to preventing harm.

Safeguarding is at the core of our mission, ensuring every child can thrive.

Applying for the job

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to recruitment@alexprimary.haringey.sch.uk

Visas cannot be sponsored.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

SENCo Advert April 2024.pdf - 146 KB (opens in new tab)

About Our School - Alexandra Primary .pdf - 707 KB (opens in new tab)

SEND Lead JD & PS Alexandra Primary.pdf - 142 KB (opens in new tab)

About Alexandra Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 403 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
• School website: Alexandra Primary School website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: recruitment@alexprimary.haringey.sch.uk
• Phone number: 020 8888 9771
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alexandra-primary-school-london (opens in new tab)

Alexandra is a vibrant two-form entry Primary School with a Nursery situated in Wood Green, London Borough of Haringey.

The school is recognised as being a nurturing and warm community, committed to ensuring all children and staff flourish and achieve.

We are proud to be culturally and ethnically diverse and have a strong inclusive ethos, we will soon be home to Haringey’s Resourced Provision for Primary pupils with SEMHD.

Arranging a visit to Alexandra Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@alexprimary.haringey.sch.uk.

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