SEMH Designated Provision Senior Leader & Teacher

This role combines classroom responsibility (as KS2 class teacher, years 3-6) with strategic leadership across both KS1 and KS2 SEMH provision. The postholder will also work closely with the Assistant Head/SENCo and be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the ongoing development of SEMH provision across the school and wider trust. The role includes leadership of staff across both provisions, oversight of provision quality and environments, responsibility for behaviour and physical intervention systems, and a key role in shaping practice, including trauma-informed approaches and engagement with families. The time allocation for the role is: 3.5 days teaching (0.5 day PPA & 1 day leadership time). Given the nature of the role, we are seeking colleagues who are passionate about SEMH, have strong classroom practice and are ready to contribute at a strategic level within SLT. We aim to make a difference to the education and life chances of the vulnerable children in our care., Please mark them for the attention of Mrs Jenny Parry. Visits to the school from the week beginning Monday 8 June are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please email Jenny Parry as above.

• Holds QTS with experience of working with primary aged children with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Bring warmth, patience and empathy to the role
• Build strong, trusting relationships that help children regulate their emotions, develop resilience and celebrate their strengths
• See the potential in every child, even if they can't see it in themselves yet
• Communicate openly and kindly, building strong relationships with colleagues and families
• Plan creatively and adapt learning so that every child can access and enjoy it
• Be ready to embrace our values and help shape a nurturing, inclusive community
• Have recent experience of the curriculum and expectations in KS1 and KS2
  
  An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people's lives
• Support and guidance from our experienced SENCO/Assistant Head
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Strong community spirit
• Staff who are supportive towards each other
• Excellent teaching assistants and pastoral support.