About this role
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Essential
Qualified teacher statusDegree level qualificationEvidence of the National Award for Special Educational Needs CoordinationEvidence of continuing and recent professional development relevant to the post.Desirable
Relevant postgraduate professional qualification KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Essential
At least 12 months experience working as a school SENCOSuccessful teaching and curriculum experience in primary/secondary educationExperience of delivery, monitoring and evaluation of phonicsKnowledge and understanding of the statutory responsibilities regarding the SEN Code of PracticeDemonstrable experience of improving pupil outcomesExperience of working in collaboration other educational bodies and the wider community to develop positive relationshipsExperience of effective management and deployment of people and other resourcesKnowledge and commitment of Keeping Children Safe in Education.Ability to use data and ICT effectively to assess performance and raise achievementExperience of working with children with significant barriers to learningDesirable
Experience in making reasonable adjustments and access arrangements for pupils with SEND.SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Essential
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing to a range of audiencesAbility to think creatively to an anticipate and solve problemsAbility to drive for improvements and challenging underperformanceAbility to establish and sustain appropriate structures and systems and monitor themAbility to motivate, challenge and influence others to attain higher goalsCommitted to the development and maintenance of good relationships with staff, parents, pupils, governors and the communityInnovative and solution focussedDemonstrate enthusiasm and a commitment to making a positive difference for pupils.Resilient and flexible. Able to manage a workload with competing deadlines, prioritising appropriatelyExcellent relationships with pupils and colleagues