We are seeking  a SEND Team Leader who will oversee a year group caseload, coordinating support and ensuring high quality provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice.  The SEND Team Leader will work closely with teachers, teaching assistants and external agencies to track outcomes and implement the graduated response.

The Team Leader will lead on team routines (briefings, case discussions, documentation) and contributes to CPD for colleagues.  The Team Leader upholds safeguarding and inclusion and models excellent practice across classrooms and interventions.

We are looking for;

• Experienced TAs/HLTAs who are confident coordinating support, communication with families and professionals and using data to inform next steps.
• Colleagues who embody our inclusive ethos, are organised and can lead with calm, solution-focused professionalism.

This role is permanent, full-time, term time - 37 hours per week x 39 weeks.  

All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks.  That means;

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  A copy of our Chid Protection Policy & Safeguarding Policy is  available at: click here

Original documents relating to all the qualifications you have listed on your application form must be supplied

Your employment history will be thoroughly examined and clarification will be sought where there are gaps or other discrepancies arising from information provided either by you as the candidate or your referee

References will be used to check dates of employment and your relevant experience.  A minimum of two written references will be taken up and these references will be requested before the interview.

References should cover the last 3-5 years' work history as a minimum

An online search of shortlisted candidates will be conducted in accordance with Part Three "Safer Recruitment" of Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance

The identity of referees and information relating to disclosures will be verified

You will be required to provide details of any relevant unspent or spent convictions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions (Amendment) Order 1986

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested.  This check will be cross referenced against the Protection of Vulnerable Adults list (PoVA), the Protection of Children Act (PoCA) list and List 99.  These lists contain details of people deemed unsuitable to work with children or vulnerable adults.  Please note that it is an offence to apply, offer or accept to do any work with children (paid or unpaid) if disqualified from working with children.  Applicants will be challenged where inconsistencies exist.

Please be aware that a firm offer of appointment will only be made after receipt and verification of all satisfactory checks.  Westcountry Schools Trust will carry out these checks and should you fail these checks, our offer of employment will be withdrawn.