SENDCo (Cherry Tree Hill) and Director of SEND (Odyssey Trust)
Cherry Tree Hill Primary School, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 6WL14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
3 April 2025 at 9am
Date listed
10 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week 0.6 FTE (Cherry Tree Hill), 0.2 - 0.4 FTE (Trust Wide)
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Competitive
Additional allowances
To be Discussed
What skills and experience we're looking for
An understanding and commitment to good practice in child protection and safeguarding
Experience of working in different schools with different contexts, e.g. schools with different age ranges, socio-economic backgrounds and varying levels of EAL.
A track record of leading on professional development in the area of SEND
Evidence of appropriate professional development for a school leader specialising in SEND.
Experience of working in specialist provision such as an enhanced resource facility, or alternative provision.
Ability to help deliver the vision for the Trust.
An understanding of how academy trusts operate.
Experience of working across more than one school.
Knowledge & understanding of the process of quality assurance relating to SEND provision.
Ability to develop appropriate links with the wider community, including external agencies and key civic partners such as Derby Local Authority.
Ability to work effectively with SENDCos, headteachers, Board of Trustees and Trust Central Team
Ability to develop links between schools in the Trust.
Ability to identify areas of expertise among colleagues across the trust and broker their support where it is needed in other schools.
Understanding of the national policy framework and current educational legislation and initiatives
A qualified teacher with experience of successfully improving outcomes for pupils at a whole school level
Have taught for at least five years.
Experience of teaching in more than one key stage.
SENDCo Qualification and successful experience of being a SENDCo for at least two years
Demonstrate an ability to work with pupils and their families sensitively and positively, often under complex circumstances.
An understanding and commitment to good practice in child protection and safeguarding.
Demonstrates knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and its application.
Experience of various behaviour management techniques for groups and individuals with SEND.
Possess a good understanding of the principles behind school improvement, including school improvement planning, monitoring and reviewing progress.
Make consistent judgments based on careful data analysis, focusing on SEND, to assist with planning and/or provision mapping.
Demonstrate a proven ability to work sensitively and effectively with colleagues to help them to improve their everyday classroom practice.
Caring for every child as an individual, with the unshakable belief that all children can be successful
Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
Excellent time management and organisation skills.
Experience of making a sustained and positive contribution as part of a school’s senior leadership team.
Successful experience of leading SEND through an OFSTED cycle.
What the school offers its staff
We offer excellent outdoor provision, enriching and engaging children's learning experiences. Our award-winning safeguarding practices ensure the safety and well-being of all our children. We are proud to have achieved a gold award for sports provision, highlighting our commitment to promoting physical education and healthy lifestyles.
As a proud member of the Derby City Inclusion Charter and the Global Schools Alliance, Cherry Tree Hill is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and globally-minded community. Our core values of 'be safe, be caring, be a learner' are at the heart of everything we do, guiding our mission to inspire success for every child.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to h.hassall@odysseyct.org.uk
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Cherry Tree Hill Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 631 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Cherry Tree Hill Primary School website
- Email address
- h.hassall@odysseyct.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01332 673520
Our school is a large primary, set in spacious grounds two miles from Derby City Centre. Visitors to our school comment positively on our facilities and the stimulating environment. They describe our atmosphere as respectful and nurturing. and you know what? It is!
We endeavour to create a happy, secure, relaxed atmosphere whilst, at the same time, insist on high standards of both work and behaviour. Together we strive for the fulfilment of every child’s potential. Children are encouraged to be independent and self-reliant. They are taught to have respect for property, themselves and each other. Parents are seen as important partners in their child’s learning, and are actively encouraged to get involved in the life of the school. Parents are always made welcome in school, and staff endeavour to find time to listen to their concerns.
Arranging a visit to Cherry Tree Hill Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email h.hassall@odysseyct.org.uk.
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