SENCO

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Sutherland Hall School!

Position: SENCO
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Location: Tamworth

Why Choose Us?

At Sutherland Hall School, we are dedicated to creating a nurturing and empowering environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. Our mission is to ensure that every child feels valued and respected, while also focusing on their emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We take pride in our achievements, with 100% of our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As our SENCO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational journey of our students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing the school’s special educational needs (SEN) policy.
• Designing and delivering interventions to bridge attainment gaps.
• Assessing and monitoring pupil progress in line with their EHCPs.
• Coordinating and leading annual reviews.
• Acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Engaging in multi-agency meetings and leading on Early Help initiatives.
• Supporting individual learning plans in collaboration with teachers and parents.
• Maintaining accurate records and data analysis for pupils with SEN.
• Implementing and evaluating intervention groups for SEN pupils.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• The National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete the NPQ for SENCOs.
• Experience in school self-evaluation and development planning.
• A background in teaching within an autism/SEMH school.
• Experience in delivering training and leading INSET.
• A solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.

What We Offer You

We believe in supporting our staff just as much as we support our students. Here’s what you can expect:

• A workplace that prioritizes emotional health and wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
• The excitement of being part of a new school’s journey.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.

Ready to make a difference? We can’t wait to hear from you!