SENDCo - Maternity Cover; FARBC)

SENDCo

Farndon Fields Primary School

Salary:
Teachers Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale Plus SEN Allowance to reflect FTE

FTE : 0.5 FTE

Hours:

Part-time 16.5 Hours per Week, 39 Weeks per Year (Term-timeonly plus Inset days)

Contract Type:
Fixed Term ending 31st December 2027

Working Pattern:
Flexible on days for the right candidate

Note:

Visits to the school by prospective candidates are encouraged

Farndon Fields Primary School are looking for a highly motivated person with energy, enthusiasm and a passion for providing inspirational learning experiences, making a difference to the lives of all our children. You must be a hardworking and supportive team member, with a clear understanding of how children learn and the ability to plan for effective and high-quality teaching and learning.

At Farndon Fields, the SENCO is part of Senior Leadership Team.

We are a successful, friendly school set in beautiful grounds on the edge of Market Harborough. Our school environment has been developed with two additional classrooms that were completed in February 2013 and an additional 7 new classrooms, a new hall and a refurbished administration area and school entrance completed in 2018. We have also installed a brand-new library thanks to funds raised by our own PTA and support from the local Market Harborough charity 'Howard Watson Symington Memorial Charity'.

We are a Microsoft Showcase school, sharing good practice through this global network.

Our Achievements to date

• Rated Ofsted 'Good' October 2023

• Microsoft Showcase School

• 360 Safe online safety award

"A high level of enthusiasm throughout the school community creates a very positive climate for learning."- OFSTED

• To contribute to a positive ethos in which all pupils have access to a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum.
• Support all staff in understanding the needs of SEND pupils, implementing the SEND Code of Practise and putting in place personal provision plans.
• Encourage all members of staff to recognise and fulfil their statutory responsibilities to pupils with SENDand understand the importance of QFT taking ownership of additional provision and the progress children (with SEND) make in their class/teaching group.

• Qualified Teacher Status

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
• Success in teaching of children, with aclear understanding of the teaching provision required for pupils with a rangeof abilities and needs.
• Successful experience of working with children with special educational needs.
• Detailed understanding of SEND Code of practice
• Success in teaching primary aged pupils
• Clarity of thinking on what constitutes high quality learning, and effective curriculum provision for pupils.
• An appreciation of the need to plan the curriculum and to keep appropriate records.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which hasthe opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established
  
  Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [email protected] for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents