SEND Practitioner Speech, Language, Communication Needs (SLCN), Neurodiversity and Reading

Overview

An exciting new role has been created to support the ongoing development of our inclusive practise and provision. We are looking for a skilled individual who has a passion for supporting students with additional needs and SEND. The SEND Practitioner- SLCN will work with the SENCo to support children with Special Educational Needs & Difficulties across key stages 3 and 4 and within the College Community. This post is specifically to support the development of SLCN across the school, although will also contribute to all areas of SEND. The role will also include the support of other vulnerable learners within our community.

Personal attributes

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A flexible attitude.
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND, and pupils with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• 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.
• Access to the Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of >20%.
• A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.
• A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.
• A Trust in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.

Salary & Benefits

Grade:                                                 East Sussex Single Status 8

FTE Salary:                                       £31,077.00 - £33,125.00 p.a.

Pro-rata Salary:                            £26,612.74 p.a - £28,366.54 p.a.

Hours:                                                37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Contract:                                          Permanent

Location

Rye College
The Grove
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7NQ

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 Aquinas.recruitment@aquinastrust.org.

Alternatively, submit your application to the HR Officer, Aquinas, Magpie Hall Lane, Bromley, BR2 8HZ.

 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 may have their references taken-up before any interview – unless explicitly requested in your application.

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