Lead SEN Practitioner

Term Time + 1 Week

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and creative Lead SEND Practitioner to work within our dynamic Additional Educational Needs faculty. The post would be suitable for an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant who is seeking to develop their leadership skills and expertise in SEND education. Experience of planning and delivering interventions for Learning and Cognition needs, Physical and Sensory Needs and /or Communication and Interaction would be distinctly advantageous.

This is an excellent career opportunity for a colleague who is passionate about the entitlement of young people to access an inclusive education and pathway to adulthood. You will be part of a team leading on SEND provision across the secondary school, working under dynamic and supportive management to do so. Alongside this, you will manage an experienced team as part of the school’s commitment to staff development. The team is committed to build on its history of success, to continue to raise attainment and enhance provision.

We are looking for an individual who:

1. Has a calm, professional and approachable manner to support the progress of SEND students across Key Stages
2. Will help dynamically lead an inspiring, innovative and caring team of HLTAs and LSAs
3. Is proactive and has exceptional classroom skills

We will offer:

1. Enthusiastic, courteous and considerate students who behave well and have good attitudes to learning
2. An exceptional, well-resourced learning environment
3. A supportive and friendly team of staff

St Paul’s Way Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.  

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding  

https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct  

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.  

We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.  

Applications will be considered as they are received, and we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date.