SEND Coordinator
St Matthias School, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV1 2BHThis job expired on 28 September 2023 – see similar jobs
Start date details
Spring Term 2024 or sooner where possible
Closing date
28 September 2023 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 September 2023
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 5 days a week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main to Upper pay scale
Additional allowances
TLR and SEN allowance (subject to experience and expertise)
What skills and experience we're looking for
This role is suitable for a qualified teacher experienced in leading on SEND.
The SEND Coordinator will take lead responsibility to:
- Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
- Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual children with SEN or a disability
- Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
- The SEND Coordinator will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the STPCD
The job requires a person who
- Is an excellent teacher with SEN Co qualification or working towards it
- Has experience of leading and delivering quality policies and provision for SEND
- Ability to build effective working relationships
- Can lead and be part of a team
What the school offers its staff
Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale plus TLR and SEN allowances (subject to experience and expertise)pay award pending
Pension Scheme: Teacher Pension Scheme
Contract type: Permanent
Supportive working environment helping employees maintain a good work-life balance.
Staff describe working at St Matthias as extremely positive with a team approach.
We offer an extensive CPD program of support.
Further details about the role
The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role as required
The postholder is required to work within the framework of national legislation and in accordance with the provisions of the School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
This post is subject to all necessary safeguarding checks this includes satisfactory references requested prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications and of the right to work in the UK.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Apply online using the link on our website or advertising platforms
For further information and to arrange a school visit please call the School on 01902 556400 or email recruitment@st-matthias.com
Closing Date: Wednesday 28th September 2023 noon
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
This post is subject to all necessary safeguarding checks this includes satisfactory references requested prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, online checks, medical check, evidence of qualifications and of the right to work in the UK.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About St Matthias School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 878 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Matthias School website
- Email address
- recruitment@st-matthias.com
- Phone number
- 01902556400
Arranging a visit to St Matthias School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@st-matthias.com.
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