This prestigious, inner-London Secondary School is seeking a SENCO to work with the support of the Head and Governing body to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of provision made by the school for pupils with SEN. Providing professional guidance in the area of SEN in order to secure high quality teaching and the effective use of resources to bring about improved standards of achievement of all pupils.

This position is based in Croydon and will be for 3 days a week

Main Responsibilities

Strategic direction and development of SEN provision

Teaching and learning

Leading and managing staff

Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources

Strategic direction of SEN provision

• Ensure effective systems of communication
• Monitoring the quality of SEN support by establishing effective systems to identify and meet the needs of pupils
• Ensure that the objectives of the SEN policy are reflected in the school improvement plan.
• Liaise with and coordinate the contribution of external agencies
• Up-to-date knowledge of National and local initiatives which may impact upon policy and practice.

Requirements for this role:

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Qualifications, skills and experience required:

• Educated to degree level and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE);
• Experience of Special Educational Needs within secondary education
• Good IT skills;
• The ability to work with a range of staff at all levels;

Personal qualities

The successful person will have:

• A good sense of humour;
• Good inter-personal skills;
• An ability to work very hard; resilience;
• Enthusiasm that inspires others;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Positivity and perseverance.

If you which to apply for this position then please send your CV for the attention of Natalie at Remedy Education

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remedy Education is a Quality Mark agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the CRB

Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.