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SEND Support Officer
| Posting date: | 11 June 2024 |
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| Salary: | £29,387 to £33,224 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Salary is actual for term-time working. 35 hours per week, term time. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 July 2024 |
| Location: | L18 3HS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Calderstones School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
In 2023, Ofsted rated Calderstones School ‘Good’ in all areas. Our large, successful, richly diverse comprehensive school is adjacent to Calderstones Park, South Liverpool. The school’s comprehensive nature and community spirit is something that we value immensely. In every aspect of school life, we aim to offer a first-class education to local children, whatever their background, gender, prior attainment, or faith. We will raise the bar for our students and our staff with the view that 'nobody rises to low expectations'.
The school has impressive facilities across the campus including a swimming pool, ample secure staff parking and fully equipped gym. We have an impressive benefits package, including bespoke learning and development programmes, professional qualifications and the Calderstones Ways to Wellbeing programme to support our colleagues and students with all areas of their wellbeing.
About the Role
Calderstones School are delighted to present this newly created role which will be critical to the future development of our SEND provision.
This role will ensure we are able to offer a comfortable, confidential and safe space for students to access a range of support and resources for their needs. Our students can expect to be welcomed and supported by a highly skilled SEND Support Officer, who will be pivotal in working with colleagues to ensure the right support is available for our students depending on their needs.
Working alongside our SENDCO and Asst. SENDCO, the ideal candidate will be part of a large team of SEND colleagues including 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant’s and 8+ Learning Support Assistants. This role will be based full-time (term-time) within our SEND base and manage the day-to-day operations of the base. The role will co-ordinate all activities and agencies that use the base and support the administrative needs of the department, along with maintaining student records.
As the ideal candidate, you will have experience of working with students, aged 11-19 and advanced knowledge of SEND and safeguarding children in education. You should have proven success in developing and implementing strategies to support children to manage a variety of learning needs and other complexities that can create barriers to accessing the full curriculum on offer.
Outstanding communication skills are essential, along with high emotional intelligence, personal resilience and the ability to effectively manage and mediate in times of conflict.
You will have a good knowledge of relevant local agencies and support networks and be well organised. You will have strong interpersonal and organisational skills, be able to work autonomously and motivate others.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of supporting students with neurodivergent conditions including autism, ADHD, ADD, PDA, dyslexia etc.
Personal Qualities
This role would suit someone who;
• Has knowledge of SEND strategies and interventions depending on learning needs.
• Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Is able to demonstrate sensitivity, diplomacy and resilience when required
• Is comfortable working with young people and families with challenging behaviours
• GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent in English Language and Maths is essential along with evidence of Continued Professional Development.
• Proficient in IT including Outlook, Excel, CPOMS and SIMs
Desirable but not essential skills include:
• Experience of multiagency working
• Knowledge of EHCP and SEND administration processes
(Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more information.)
In return, we can offer a competitive salary, support and development and family friendly working hours between 8.30 and 4.15 pm each day, term time only working.
How to Apply
Calderstones School is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of their sex, gender identity, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post. Calderstones School is committed to promoting positive mental health and emotional well-being to our student body and to every member of our school staff.
To apply, please complete a school application form, available from our website at www.calderstones.co.uk. Applications should be returned to recruitment@calderstones.co.uk. CV’s cannot be accepted.
Please return the application form with covering letter and the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form.
Closing Date: 9.00 am, Friday 5th July 2024.
The school has impressive facilities across the campus including a swimming pool, ample secure staff parking and fully equipped gym. We have an impressive benefits package, including bespoke learning and development programmes, professional qualifications and the Calderstones Ways to Wellbeing programme to support our colleagues and students with all areas of their wellbeing.
About the Role
Calderstones School are delighted to present this newly created role which will be critical to the future development of our SEND provision.
This role will ensure we are able to offer a comfortable, confidential and safe space for students to access a range of support and resources for their needs. Our students can expect to be welcomed and supported by a highly skilled SEND Support Officer, who will be pivotal in working with colleagues to ensure the right support is available for our students depending on their needs.
Working alongside our SENDCO and Asst. SENDCO, the ideal candidate will be part of a large team of SEND colleagues including 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant’s and 8+ Learning Support Assistants. This role will be based full-time (term-time) within our SEND base and manage the day-to-day operations of the base. The role will co-ordinate all activities and agencies that use the base and support the administrative needs of the department, along with maintaining student records.
As the ideal candidate, you will have experience of working with students, aged 11-19 and advanced knowledge of SEND and safeguarding children in education. You should have proven success in developing and implementing strategies to support children to manage a variety of learning needs and other complexities that can create barriers to accessing the full curriculum on offer.
Outstanding communication skills are essential, along with high emotional intelligence, personal resilience and the ability to effectively manage and mediate in times of conflict.
You will have a good knowledge of relevant local agencies and support networks and be well organised. You will have strong interpersonal and organisational skills, be able to work autonomously and motivate others.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of supporting students with neurodivergent conditions including autism, ADHD, ADD, PDA, dyslexia etc.
Personal Qualities
This role would suit someone who;
• Has knowledge of SEND strategies and interventions depending on learning needs.
• Has a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Is able to demonstrate sensitivity, diplomacy and resilience when required
• Is comfortable working with young people and families with challenging behaviours
• GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent in English Language and Maths is essential along with evidence of Continued Professional Development.
• Proficient in IT including Outlook, Excel, CPOMS and SIMs
Desirable but not essential skills include:
• Experience of multiagency working
• Knowledge of EHCP and SEND administration processes
(Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more information.)
In return, we can offer a competitive salary, support and development and family friendly working hours between 8.30 and 4.15 pm each day, term time only working.
How to Apply
Calderstones School is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and positively welcomes applications from all individuals regardless of their sex, gender identity, creed, marital status, race, age, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post. Calderstones School is committed to promoting positive mental health and emotional well-being to our student body and to every member of our school staff.
To apply, please complete a school application form, available from our website at www.calderstones.co.uk. Applications should be returned to recruitment@calderstones.co.uk. CV’s cannot be accepted.
Please return the application form with covering letter and the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form.
Closing Date: 9.00 am, Friday 5th July 2024.
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