SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS AND DISABILITY CO-ORDINATOR (SENDCo)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly committed SENDCo. The successful applicant will lead high quality SEND provision across the school. They will provide clear guidance for staff on the implementation of quality first teaching strategies to raise achievement for students with SEND, as well as establish and manage bespoke interventions to support the academic, social, and emotional progress of identified students. They will also manage our dedicated and experienced team of learning support staff.

For the right candidate there is potential for this role to expand and join the extended Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to support further career development opportunities.

Ethical leadership is at the core of all decision making at Kingsthorpe College. As such, staff are valued, treated with respect, and afforded a diverse range of opportunities that come with professional trust. We place significant emphasis on working collegiately as a staff to share our expertise and subsequently enhance the learning experience with our students. Every member of the staff is involved in a variety of professional learning programmes that take place every Wednesday across the academic year.

Moreover, we are committed to the Education Staff Well-being Charter, with numerous initiatives in place to support this. Staff wellbeing is important to us, and we offer a range of benefits to support our employees including:

• Westfield Health Plan
• Discounts at retailers and holiday companies
• Free Parking
• Free onsite gym
• One early finish or late start per fortnight, planning off-site time
• Flexible working opportunities including the option of a 9-day fortnight
• Staff Wellbeing Day
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Professional Development

Closing date for applications is Monday 8th July 2024. (Interview dates likely to be 15th and 16th July 2024)

If you have any queries or wish to visit the school please contact Dan York, Orbis Executive Director  dyork@orbismat.com 

Please find a wealth of further information on our website at: https://www.kingsthorpecollege.org.uk

T:  01536 513063

Address : Kingsthorpe College, Boughton Green Road, Kingsthorpe, Northampton NN2 7HR Tel: 01604 716106

Kingsthorpe College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.