Assistant Head SENCO

Job Location	Firs Lane
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£35,000 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time

Job Description

Assistant Head - SENCoLocation: The Holden School, Leigh, Wigan.Hours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £35,000About the Group:We are part of Acorn Care and Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.We provide Education and Care across a number of schools and residential homes nationally. Our specialist SEN provision, coupled with our expertise within residential care means we offer thousands of vulnerable children and young people across the UK a holistic, wraparound care, residential and education service, empowering them with everything they need to flourish. It is by no accident that 94% of our homes are rated as Outstanding or Good.We welcome staff who share our commitment to help children experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills.Acorn Care and Education is part of the Outcomes First Group.About the Role:Do you want a rewarding Career To make a positive difference to young people and their lives Are you patient, empathetic, resilient and supportive If you have answered yes - we want you!We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for an Assistant Head - SENCo to join the supportive team and become a member of our Senior Leadership Team.We want each young person at The Holden School to achieve their own ambitions and to live fulfilling and productive lives. Therefore, you will be required to use your specialist knowledge and experience to support and assist the Headteacher to ensure the school achieves the Best Possible Outcomes for our pupils. You will teach and encourage each individual to achieve their potential, despite of any challenges you or they may face.You will also be responsible for safeguarding the young people and ensuring they are healthy, safe and as comfortable as possible. This can be achieved by assisting with the physical, emotional and personal care needs for each individual.Key responsibilities

Work with others to translate this vision into agreed objectives and operational plans, which support and sustain improvement and growth.

Work with the Headteacher and SLT to ensure the vision for the school is clearly articulated, shared and acted upon by all.

Support the implementation of an integrated school improvement plan and take sole responsibility for appropriately delegated aspects of it.

Support staff and stakeholders in achieving the priorities and targets the school sets for itself.

Support the evaluation of the effectiveness of the school’s policies and developments.

Carry out the role of SENCo at The Holden School

Be an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) discharging individual responsibilities to a high standard, as well as supporting the work of the team at all times.

Work closely with the Headteacher, SLT and colleagues to ensure the school is compliant with statutory regulation.

General ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will:

Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Work in accordance with professional practice, statutory and legal requirements and the policies of the School.

Line manage middle leadership staff and act as a Team Leader for Performance Management.

Reflect on their personal contribution to school achievements and take account of feedback from others.

Take on specific tasks related to the day-to-day administration and organisation of the school.

Take whole school responsibility for specific areas of work, which will be reviewed annually.

Take on any additional responsibilities which might, from time to time, be determined.

Teach and be responsible for a Class group.

Why work for usA few reasons we think it’s a great place to work:

Continuous professional development & training for a clear career path

Pension

Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference

Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each other

No two days are ever the same

Free School Meals onsite

"Your Wellbeing Matters"

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This position is due to commence as soon as possible, of course subject to approved reference and DBS checks.Acorn Care and Education are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to fully Enhanced DBS. We expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment and strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone in our care. A full application form must be completed with all employment dates and, gaps in employment accounted for.

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