SENCo

St Ursula's E-ACT Academy are looking for a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to commence employment in the new academic year on 01/09/2023.

We know just how important it is to think big and to help break those glass ceilings faced by young people today. Together we can encourage our pupils to step out from their comfort zones, build self-esteem and broaden their horizons.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) who can provide a strategic and operational oversight of provision for those pupils with SEN. You will need to have experience working with children who have a range of special educational needs and be confident in overseeing the development of SEN provision in the school. You will also need to hold a NASENCo qualification along with your Qualified Teacher Status (both are essential for the role, however we will consider candidates who are willing to work towards the NASENCo qualification).

We require the successful candidates to have:

• Experience working with pupils with SEN
• The ability to oversee the development of SEN provision in the school
• The ability to work closely, positively and proactively with staff, parents, pupils and outside agencies
• A hands-on approach
• Be able to meet deadlines
• The ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Line management skills
• Willingness to participate in the school's safeguarding and pastoral teams
• Knowledge of the SEND code of Practice
• Hold the NASENDCo qualification or be willing to achieve this qualification

The contract on offer is permanent and full time, and we require the successful candidate to commence employment in the new academic year on 01/09/2023. Please note, salaries will be offered based on current salaries along with a SEN allowance of £2,384 p/a.

There is a real buzz about St Ursula's E-ACT Academy and the rate at which our pupils progress, but don’t just take our word for it and come and see us for yourself! We always encourage candidates to get in touch with questions and requests for academy visits so you can see how fantastic our academy really is, please contact the main school reception to arrange a visit.

For a full description of the role, please refer to the job description and job specification.

Our Academy - St Ursula’s E-ACT Primary Academy

A vibrant primary academy surrounded by beautiful grounds in Westbury-On-Trym, Bristol. From Reception to Year 6 we offer all of our children a safe, happy and fulfilling education.

Come join our team

Quite aside from the opportunity to work with pupils whose energy, creativity and enthusiasm never fail to inspire, our academy is:

• Ofsted good/outstanding rated, recognised for helping pupils to progress from often low starting points.
• Committed to teacher development through E-ACT’s professional learning program in partnership with leading training providers such as Ambition School Leadership.
• Leading the way in youth mental health through our very own Mental Health First Aid programme - we aim to train every teacher as a mental health first aider.
• A leader in the education sector for outstanding employee bene fits including a generous maternity policy and opportunities for flexible working.

We can offer you:

• Auto-enrolment into the Local Government Pension scheme (or Teacher pension if applicable)
• Cycle to work scheme
• A supportive work family
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour access

A great place to live and work

Twice named the best city in Britain to live in by The Sunday Times, Bristol is also home to five E-ACT academies. The city has its own unmistakable identity, and has a thriving current and historical arts scene, not to mention some of the country’s strongest green credentials.

Part of the E-ACT family

We are an E-ACT academy and proud to be part of a community that includes over 15,400 pupils and 2,300 teaching and non-teaching professionals across the country. E-ACT multi-academy trust is responsible for 25 academies across the length and breadth of England.

Our academies can collaborate and share ideas with one another in ways that schools may not be able to. Most importantly, we all feel part of something much bigger as our responsibilities go far beyond the four walls of a single academy, and extend to people and their communities across the country.

We are always on the lookout for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic people so we can continue to give every one of our pupils the opportunity to explore, solve, create and achieve.

In return we offer the chance to work with amazing people and inspirational pupils, as well as a great salary and sector -leading work -life balance arrangements.

Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

How to apply

The closing date for applications is Sunday 4th June 2023 at 23:59. The interview date has yet to be confirmed, shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.