Tradewind Recruitment are looking for a strong, versatile SENCO to promote Special Education Needs and inclusive learning within an outstanding Secondary School in Birmingham. The role would be start April 2019 however an immediate start is available this will be made into a permanent appointment for the successful applicant.

As the SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator), you'll be responsible for some of the most challenging pupils in a school however the challenge at this setting comes more from multiple learning difficulties (as opposed to behavioural difficulties).
The department for education recognises four types of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), in the SEND Code of Practice 2014:
1.- Communication and Interaction
2.- Cognition and Learning
3.- Social, Mental and Emotional Health
4.- Sensory or Physical
You'll not only need a lot of patience, alongside the plethora of skills already required of a teacher, but you'll need to have a drive for education and those with different needs. If you have that passion, to promote those with special educational needs, you'll find this job of incredibly fulfilling.

It would be desirable if you've completed, or would be willing to complete while on the job (where possible), the National Award for Special Educational Needs. Other training, such as counselling, child protection and behaviour, can also be very useful for a job such as this.
Working with fellow teachers and staff, the key responsibilities of this kind of role include:
* Overseeing the day-to-day operation of a school's special education policy
* Co-ordinating provision of policies
** Communicating with parents of children with special educational needs
You'll also work with external agencies including the Local Education Authority's support and psychological services, health and social services and potentially some voluntary organisations.

To join us and be successful in this SENCO role you will need to:
*Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification
*This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
* You must have the legal right to work in the UK


The successful candidate will be part of a school who are:
*passionate about its mission of 'promoting a culture of educational excellence'
*have a supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all members of our learning community?
*Have high ambitions for all and provides excellent opportunities for professional development
*well-ordered with high standards of commitment from students, staff and parents.

To find out more about this role, please get in touch with Aneesa on 0121 643 3505 / aneesa.sharif@twrecruitment.com

By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:
*We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
*We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
*Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100
*Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
*Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
*Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
*Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants




Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At Tradewind you will have access to 25 fully certified CPD courses, that's 18 more than our next nearest competitor, all focused on making you the best you can be. We have the very best people available to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you. Put simply; we listen, we learn, we deliver. Why? Because our people matter most.
We specialise in matching Teachers and Support Staff to their dream job, and help Primary, Secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 11 offices in the UK, including: London, the West Midlands, the North West, East Anglia, the North East, the South West, Yorkshire, the Midlands, Herts and Bucks.
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