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 educational establishment in Ipswich! We cater to up to 30 pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs, providing a safe and supportive environment where every child is valued, respected, and empowered. Our holistic approach ensures that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional well-being and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We are proud to share that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

As our SENCO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Lead the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision.
• Design and deliver targeted interventions to bridge attainment gaps.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress in line with their EHCPs.
• Conduct annual reviews and act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Collaborate with multi-agency teams and lead on Early Help initiatives.
• Support individual learning plans in partnership with the Headteacher, Tutors, and parents.
• Maintain accurate records and provide guidance to colleagues on effective teaching strategies.
• Oversee annual reviews and ensure appropriate professional involvement in pupil development.
• Communicate regularly with parents and external agencies to support smooth transitions.
• Promote inclusion and access to the curriculum and extracurricular activities.
• Teach classes as needed, with a commitment to secondary teaching (50/50), preferably in Science.

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete the new NPQ for SENCOs.
• Experience in school self-evaluation and development planning.
• Previous teaching experience in an autism/SEMH school.
• Experience in delivering training and leading INSET.
• Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Conduct.
• A commitment to professional development and a passion for learning.

At Redstone Hall School, we prioritize the emotional health and well-being of our staff and students alike. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive environment that values your professional growth through diverse opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly, inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes.
• The excitement of being part of a new school’s growth journey.
• A passionate, diverse team where the child is at the heart of everything we do.

We encourage you to reach out and arrange a school visit to see our community in action. Please note that the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris Community.