About this role
To be responsible for the SEND strategy and lead strategic oversight of provision across High Well School, including any satellite provision.
Primarily this role is non-teaching, with the understanding that flexibility is required as needed.
Identify and adopt the most effective teaching approaches for pupils with SEND
Monitor teaching and learning activities to meet the needs of pupils with SEND
Identify and teach study skills that will develop pupils' ability to work independently
Liaise with other schools to ensure continuity of support and learning when transferring pupils with SEND
Set targets for raising achievement among pupils with SEND
Collect and interpret specialist assessment data – eg Boxall Profiles
Set up systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing SEND
Update the Headteacher and governing body on the effectiveness of provision for pupils with SEND
Develop understanding of learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among pupils
Attend consultation events and keep parents informed about their child's progress
Encourage all members of staff to recognise and fulfil their statutory responsibilities to pupils with SEND
Provide training opportunities for learning support assistants and other teachers to learn about SEND
Disseminate good practice in SEND across the school
Identify resources needed to meet the needs of pupils with SEND and advise the Headteacher of priorities for expenditure
We are looking for Someone Who
Has a NASENCo qualification, or similar
Has strong knowledge of SEMH needs and trauma informed approaches
Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced adversity
Has experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally within a specialist or SEMH context