Senco

As SENCo you will support the strategic oversight of our inclusive provision, leading on Key Stage 3 or 4 intervention and ensuring all students can overcome barriers to learning and achieve success. Other responsibilities will include:

• Leading the identification, monitoring and review of SEND provision across the school
• Working closely with staff to develop effective teaching strategies and support plans
• Liaising with parents, external agencies and the local authority to coordinate support
• Leading EHCP reviews and contributing to statutory processes
• Line managing teaching assistants and supporting staff development
• Championing inclusion and promoting high expectations for all learners
• Acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
  
  Gloucester Academy have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic SENCo to join our existing inclusion team on a full-time basis.
We are looking for someone who shares our values of ambition, excellence and pride, with previous experience of working with students with a range of special educational needs, a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, and Qualified Teacher Status. The ideal candidate will be an experienced teacher with the ability to lead, inspire and support both students and staff, alongside a commitment to inclusive education and continuous professional development.

Gloucester Academy is a highly successful and rapidly improving school, recognised as one of the most improved in the country. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, where ambition, excellence and pride underpin everything we do. Our diverse student community and strong culture of high expectations ensure that every student is supported to succeed. Located in the heart of Gloucester, we serve a vibrant community and offer a rewarding and dynamic working environment. Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'. To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal. We offer our staff a range of benefits including:
• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation