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SEN Officer
| Posting date: | 04 October 2024 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 October 2024 |
| Location: | Leyton, Not recorded, E10 6EJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 789208a9-c9e7-4a20-b552-6b910699bc65 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Role Overview: As our lead Trust officer for SEND, you will lead on quality assurance and support across all Lion Academy Trust Primary Schools. You will collaborate closely with local authorities to navigate SEND support consultations, ensuring that our schools have the legal and educational expertise needed to meet the funding and support requirements for all children.
Key Responsibilities:
• Implement and oversee SEND policies in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Coordinate assessment processes for children with potential SEND
• Support schools in developing and maintaining Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans
• Liaise with schools, parents, and professionals to ensure appropriate support
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provisions across schools
• Lead and support schools to manage SEND budgets and allocate resources efficiently
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and deadlines
• Provide training and guidance to school staff on SEND matters
• Advocate for SEND children's rights and inclusion
What We're Looking For:
• A passionate advocate for inclusive education with a deep understanding of SEND
• A strategic thinker with the ability to implement trust-wide SEND policies
• An experienced professional with a track record of improving SEND outcomes
• A collaborative leader who can work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• A resilient problem-solver capable of navigating complex funding landscapes
• An individual committed to continuous professional development in SEND
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us:
• Make a real difference in the lives of children with SEND across multiple schools
• Be part of a forward-thinking trust committed to inclusive education
• Opportunity to shape and lead SEND strategy at a trust-wide level
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of education professionals
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary commensurate with the responsibilities of the role
• Chance to contribute to innovative SEND practices and policies
Further details about the role
Interview Date: Week commencing 21st October 2024
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will receive the Safeguarding Policy that outlines the duties and responsibilities of the employer and all employees.
Role Overview: As our lead Trust officer for SEND, you will lead on quality assurance and support across all Lion Academy Trust Primary Schools. You will collaborate closely with local authorities to navigate SEND support consultations, ensuring that our schools have the legal and educational expertise needed to meet the funding and support requirements for all children.
Key Responsibilities:
• Implement and oversee SEND policies in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Coordinate assessment processes for children with potential SEND
• Support schools in developing and maintaining Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans
• Liaise with schools, parents, and professionals to ensure appropriate support
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provisions across schools
• Lead and support schools to manage SEND budgets and allocate resources efficiently
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and deadlines
• Provide training and guidance to school staff on SEND matters
• Advocate for SEND children's rights and inclusion
What We're Looking For:
• A passionate advocate for inclusive education with a deep understanding of SEND
• A strategic thinker with the ability to implement trust-wide SEND policies
• An experienced professional with a track record of improving SEND outcomes
• A collaborative leader who can work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• A resilient problem-solver capable of navigating complex funding landscapes
• An individual committed to continuous professional development in SEND
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us:
• Make a real difference in the lives of children with SEND across multiple schools
• Be part of a forward-thinking trust committed to inclusive education
• Opportunity to shape and lead SEND strategy at a trust-wide level
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of education professionals
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary commensurate with the responsibilities of the role
• Chance to contribute to innovative SEND practices and policies
Further details about the role
Interview Date: Week commencing 21st October 2024
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will receive the Safeguarding Policy that outlines the duties and responsibilities of the employer and all employees.