SENCO/Teacher

The governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated SENCO/Teacher with the skills and experience to lead and manage SEND across the school.

The appointed candidate will be responsible for the strategic direction and development of SEN policy and provision including the monitoring, tracking and reporting on progress and attainment in this area of school performance. They will work closely with colleagues and parents and be a key point of contact with external agencies.

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about improving outcomes for, and raising attainment of children with SEN
• Have a commitment to, and successful experience of, promoting the achievement and success of pupils with SEN
• Have a strategic overview of SEN and inclusion including planning, advising and supporting staff
• Be responsible for managing and delivering interventions and the development and monitoring of individual programmes
• Prepare, manage and coordinate all relevant statutory paperwork and referrals
• Contribute to the senior leadership team
• Be skilled in liaising with families and external agencies.

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers who want to make a significant contribution to the outcomes for children with a wide range of additional needs. Previous experience of accelerating pupil learning in a primary setting is essential.

We will offer you:

• the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of excellent practitioners in a very special and highly respected school
• fantastic children who are well mannered and work hard
• a happy working environment with a positive and inclusive ethos.

We would expect the appointed candidate to have completed the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination or be willing to undertake it immediately if appropriate.

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the school on the following days: Thursday 11th September, Tuesday 16th September, Wednesday 17th September or Monday 22nd September.

Please contact the School Office to make an appointment.

Application forms and an information pack are available from the school.

Closing date: Friday 26th September 2014 at 9.00am.
Interview date: Wednesday 15th October 2014.

Please return completed applications to Hawksworth Wood Primary, Cragside Walk, Leeds, LS5 3QE or, via e-mail, to a.padden@hwood.org.uk.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service. We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.