John Gulson Primary School is a dynamic and forward-thinking primary school and our school values are at the heart of everything we do.What is the job role?Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities? Are you looking for the next step in your teaching career? Do you have the skills and dedication to lead 2 dynamic SEND bases in a thriving primary school? If so, we want to hear from you! At John Gulson Primary School, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all our pupils. Our SEND bases are at the heart of this mission, offering tailored support and innovative teaching strategies to help every child succeed. The Nestlings and The Nest have been established over the course of the past 2 years, and at our recent OFSTED (June 2024) were praised for the high-quality provision and hybrid approach to learning, that is highly personalised to each child who accesses them. We are looking for someone who can continue to grow and develop these bases through commitment, dedication and determination, keeping abreast of research and developments within the field. Who are we looking for?We are looking for someone to:• Lead and Inspire: Manage the SEND bases, providing day-to-day leadership and contribute towards their strategic development. Have a proven track record of providing effective and holistic support for children with SEND.• Innovate and Educate: Deliver high-quality, personalized lessons that engage and motivate pupils with SEND.• Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to each child's education.• Support and Develop: Create and implement My Plans and EHCPs, providing high-quality targeted interventions to help all pupils reach their full potential.What We Can Offer:• A supportive and inclusive school community.• Opportunities for professional development and career progression via SLT support and access to our Education and Training Grant provision• The chance to make a real impact on the lives of children with SEND.You will have:• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in a primary school setting.• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, best practices and recent SEND research.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – an ability to lead others in line with our school values.• A strong ethical and moral commitment to our SEND pupils, staff and community.• A passion for inclusive education and a commitment to supporting pupils with SEND.• Resilience and a sense of humour!• A commitment to our school values. Please return application to: l.davis@johngulson.coventry.sch.ukVisits to the school are encouraged. The Headteacher / Head of Safeguarding, SEND, Behaviour and Pastoral Care, will be offering tours of the school on:Friday 28th February 2025 at 9am or 3pmTuesday 4th March 2025 at 8amThursday 6th March 2025 at 9amPlease contact the school office on 02476 227791 to book on to one of these.Closing date: Note, adverts shut off at midnight on your closing date: Tuesday 11th March 2025 at 9amInterview date: Monday 17th March 2025.Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.ReferencesAll applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.
