SENDCo
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 4PNThis job expired on 6 February 2023
Start date details
After Easter break - 17th April 2023
Closing date
6 February 2023 at 9am
Date listed
19 January 2023
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
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
TLR 2b (£5082) with an additional SEN allowance dependant on experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
We seek an inspirational SENDCO, to start as early as is possible to lead the department forward in our supportive school. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a committed department and to have the ability to innovate and ensure that the support and progress of SEND students is a real strength in our comprehensive school.
Candidates must have the aptitude to be an inspirational leader with a passion to ensure that SEND students maximise their potential. The successful candidate should exude a positive approach to the removal of barriers to learning for SEND students and be driven to ensure that teaching provides appropriate provision for all. Your ability to be an exceptional and dynamic classroom practitioner who sets high expectations for all stakeholders is central to the role. Candidates must have, or be working towards or show a willingness to embark on a nationally recognised qualification for SEND, but an initial in-depth knowledge of SEND and strategies to support students is essential.
Candidates should have a secure understanding of the Code of Practice and knowledge of the working practice of Lincolnshire’s local offer would be advantageous.
What the school offers its staff
The school offers a first rate induction programme for new staff and also has excellent CPD opportunities for middle and senior leaders. We wish to appoint a candidate who will be an outstanding middle or senior leader and is looking for a new challenge within our ambitious school.
Commitment to safeguarding
The school is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All Pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education".
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. To comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
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About Lincoln Christ's Hospital School
- School type
- Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1286 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Lincoln Christ's Hospital School website
- Email address
- chart@lchs.uk
- Phone number
- 01522 881144
Lincoln Christ's Hospital School, located near Lincoln's beautiful cathedral, is truly comprehensive, with over 1,300 students on roll, including over 200 in the Sixth Form. In our latest OFSTED visit in June 2023, we remain a GOOD school.
Arranging a visit to Lincoln Christ's Hospital School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email chart@lchs.uk.
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