Senior Assistant SENDCo

Salary: Grade F (Actual Salary £26,974.76 - £29,194.56)

Hours: 37 hours/39 weeks per year, term time only/Permanent  

We're proud to have been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and are working to become a national leader in education. Our goal is simple: to help every student succeed and have the opportunity to access university, empowering them to excel in their futures. Devon is an amazing place to live and work so if moving from elsewhere a relocation package available for the right candidate.  

Collaborating with our SENDCo, this role is crucial in ensuring high expectations for both the behaviour and academic achievement of our SEND students, while nurturing a positive, supportive culture. We believe in building strong relationships and celebrating student successes to empower them to reach their full potential. We are committed to high-quality, inclusive practices that never compromise standards or aspirations, but instead create an environment where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Patience and passion are essential, as you will play a vital role in ensuring that our most vulnerable students receive the support they need to succeed, both in school and beyond.

We prioritize staff well-being, offering work-life balance, professional development, and collaboration through the Ted Wragg Trust. We are proud to have nationally recognised for our commitment to staff wellbeing and workload reduction. Benefits of working as assistant SENDCo at MAP include:

• Half-termly wellbeing time where staff can finish early or start late
• Supportive and visible leadership team
• Bespoke wellbeing zone for SEND students
• Centralised behaviour system
• Regular professional development, including coaching and the opportunity to complete the national SENDCo qualification
• Meetings only take place on a Monday
• Support of the Ted Wragg Trust

To apply and for further information on each of our positions please go to https://ce0218li.webitrent.com/ce0218li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=002975IVaQ

For an Informal conversation about the role please contact: SLT Admin at SLTAdmin@marineacademy.org.uk

Closing date: Monday 9th December 2024, 08:00am

Interview date: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.

We are part of the Ted Wragg Trust, an ambitious and inclusive trust of schools strengthening our communities through excellent education.