Olney Middle School
SENDCo
Teacher MPS/UPS with SEN Allowance
Full Time (Part Time working will be considered)
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SENDCo to lead and develop our inclusive education provision at Olney Middle School. As part of the Inclusion Team, you will be responsible for ensuring the school meets all statutory duties related to SEND and for promoting high standards of achievement and progress for all pupils with additional needs.
Olney Middle School is proud to be part of the Inspiring Futures through Learning (IFtL) family of schools who inspire all of our futures through learning together. At IFtL we are never alone. We know we are stronger together – one united family striving for excellence for all, in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee identification, assessment, and support for pupils with SEND.
Lead and develop teaching practices across the four key areas of SEND.
Work with staff, parents, external agencies, and the local authority to ensure effective provision.
Manage SEND resources and ensure appropriate use of funding.
Support smooth transitions for SEND pupils across key stages.
Monitor pupil progress, implement provision maps, and lead on assess-plan-do-review cycles.
Deliver staff training and development on inclusive practices.
Promote a whole-school culture of high expectations and inclusion.
We are looking for a proactive leader with excellent communication, organisational and strategic skills, who is passionate about inclusive education and making a difference in the lives of all learners.
Please see Job Description for additional information.
Closing Date for application: 5th Decemeber
Interviews: w/c 8th December
We offer:
As part of the Inspiring Futures through Learning, successful candidates will have full access to enhanced family leave, generous Pension (LGPS) employer contribution, and access to a staff benefits package, including a bespoke CPD, wellbeing support (Health Assured) discount on gym membership, cinema tickets, cycle to work scheme and much more.
Our children and young people come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our colleagues. We aim to reflect and celebrate diversity in our workplace in order to create an inclusive culture that adds real value to our vision of inspiring the futures of us all through learning together.
Inspiring Futures through Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are expected to share this commitment, to follow IFtL’s safeguarding policies and procedures, and to behave appropriately towards children at all times, both in work and in their personal lives.
All school based posts are defined as Regulated Activity and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced with Barred List Criminal Records Bureau check
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Jemma McDonagh
0234 711323
centralhr@iftl.co.uk
