SENCO

Contract: Full-time, term time only
Salary: £42,000
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Ipswich

Welcome to Redstone Hall School, a vibrant new establishment in Ipswich dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. We believe in nurturing every child's potential, ensuring they feel valued, respected, and empowered.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 100% Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding across all education services.

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

• Leading the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision.
• Designing and delivering targeted interventions to bridge attainment gaps.
• Assessing and monitoring pupil progress in line with their EHCPs.
• Conducting annual reviews and acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Collaborating with multi-agency teams and leading Early Help initiatives.
• Supporting individual learning plans in partnership with teachers and parents.
• Coordinating day-to-day SEN operations and maintaining accurate records.
• Providing guidance to colleagues on effective teaching and behavior management strategies.
• Overseeing intervention groups and evaluating their effectiveness.
• Ensuring smooth transitions for pupils moving to or from other schools.
• Teaching commitment (50/50) with a preference for secondary experience, ideally in Science.

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to pursue the new 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 Conduct.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.

At Polaris Education, we prioritize the emotional health and well-being of our team. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that values your well-being.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly, inclusive team passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
• Be part of an exciting journey as we grow our new school.
• A diverse and motivated team focused on putting children at the heart of everything we do.

We invite you to reach out and arrange a visit to our school. Join us in making a difference!

Please note that the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, with costs covered by Polaris Community.