Deputy SENCO

Overview

Bishop Justus CE School are seeking to appoint a Deputy SENCO. The Deputy SENCO has an important role to play in supporting the strategic development of SEND policy and provision at the school. The Deputy SENCO plays a pivotal role in ensuring that students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the tailored support they need to succeed. They are responsible for providing professional guidance to colleagues and will work closely with staff, parents, and a range of external agencies in providing a support role to families.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A flexible attitude; 
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND, and pupils with emotional and behavioural dysregulation;
• Experience co-ordinating provision for children with SEND and sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and its application; 
• Good time management skills, and the ability to organize, prioritise and maintain a multifaceted workload. 
• The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative; 
• Excellent written and spoken communication, and interpersonal skills;  
• High levels of drive, energy and integrity; 
• A commitment to improve current skills and demonstrate a willingness to develop further; 
• An ability to work with pupils and their families in a sensitive and positive way; 
• A commitment to developing an inclusive ethos and culture where neurodiversity is celebrated; 

 In return, we offer:

• A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues;
• A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals;
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances;
• A school in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

Salary & Benefits

Grade: Aquinas 6

Full-Time Salary: £33,980.00 p.a. - £38,009.00p.a.

Actual Pro-Rata Salary: £29,098.71 p.a. - £32,548.94 p.a.

Hours: 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Location

Bishop Justus Church of England School
Magpie Hall Lane
Bromley
Kent
BR2 8HZ

Supporting documents

• Please click here for the Job Description
• Please click here for an Application Form

How to apply

Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to recruitment@bishopjustus.bromley.sch.uk.

Please note a signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained.

All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates will have their references taken-up before any interview.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.