Website St Felix Catholic Primary School
Required for September 2023
Part time (0.4) Working days would be subject to discussion with the successful candidate. permanent MPS/UPS1 + SEN allowance £2,384.
The Governing Body of St Felix RC Primary is seeking to appoint an experienced, dedicated and professional SENCO to join our friendly and inclusive Catholic Primary School, in order to lead special needs provision across the school. The successful candidate will join the Senior Leadership Team to contribute to the school improvement journey.
Salary is within the MPS/UPS1 range but will be dependent on experience, in line with our pay policy. The post is not-class based. There may be some opportunity to deliver bespoke interventions for our SEND children Working days would be subject to discussion with the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will:
- have QTS with a minimum of two years classroom experience
- be an excellent practitioner who can deliver highly effective SEND leadership to inspire and motivate others.
- be passionate about providing the best possible provision for children with additional needs
- hold the National SENCO award or be willing to work towards it
- be an integral part of the Senior Leadership team
- have an excellent understanding of how to secure progress and improve outcomes for all pupils
- be able to model good practice within the classroom
- have experience of effectively supporting colleagues to develop their practice
- have the knowledge and skills to liaise effectively with a range of agencies
- be able to effectively monitor practice across the school and take appropriate action
- be able to liaise effectively with families in a range of situations
- enjoy working as part of a team
- be supportive of our Catholic ethos
We can offer you:
- an inclusive environment where all children are valued
- happy children with a desire to learn and be their best
- a welcoming, friendly and dedicated staff team
- a caring and supportive working environment and approach that recognises the importance of well-being
- opportunities for continued professional development
We welcome applications from teachers of all faiths or none, who are happy to support the school’s Christian ethos and enable our pupils to live life to the full.
St Felix is part of Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Multi-Academy Trust which is a highly collaborative partnership seeking to provide a wide range of opportunities for staff development.
Visits to the school are highly encouraged.
Roll: 256; 3 -11 years. Applications will only be accepted if they re made using the CES application form. Email applications are accepted. Further details are available from Mrs S. Shackell, Business Manager, at the school, School Lane, Haverhill, Suffolk CB9 9DE. Tel: 01440 703775. Email: admin@st-felixrc.suffolk.sch.uk
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Check is required for all successful applicants, together with two referees.
Closing date: Tuesday 18th April at 9am