Specialist SEND Coordinator

The Role

Ref: SCH-PAT-0152

Required for September 2022

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi Academy Trust, comprising of eight schools, six primary schools and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. The Trust is a medium sized family of schools all located within a tight geographic hub within Pontefract. Students are drawn from the local community that includes a mix of different catchment areas.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Specialist SEND Coordinator to join the team at The King’s School. The candidate will improve educational and life outcomes for students with SEND, contributing to supporting teachers and the curriculum in achieving outstanding academic and personal outcomes for SEND students. They will be responsible for leading, coordinating and delivering 1:1 and small group intervention sessions for SEND students, across the range of SEND needs and ages.

This post is a 37 hours per week, permanent, term time plus two days contract, equating to 192 working days per annum.

The Trust can offer:

• Hard working and highly committed staff;
• A supportive Trust as your employer;
• Motivated, well behaved students.
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We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

• Has a passion for helping students thrive and meet their full potential;
• Has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students;
• Can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative;
• Has experience of working in a similar specialist area.

To apply for this vacancy or view a job description please visit www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies.

Please click here to view the Trust strategic plan.

For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 601701 or via email at admin@kings.patrust.org.uk.

Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Friday 10 June 2022.

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

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