Teacher & SENDCo

We are seeking to appoint a confident and professional SEND Lead and Class Teacher to join the Nigel Bowes Academy. We are a currently welcoming applications for an Assistant SENDCO/Class Teacher as well as Teaching and Learning Lead/Class Teacher. Please note that we are seeking to appoint one candidate to either role, but not both.

About this role

Do you have aspirations to become a SENDCO? Would you like a role that, upon successful induction, provides the opportunity to undertake the formal SENDCO qualification, followed with full responsibility for SEND and a TLR 3 payment? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

In this role you will work directly with our Vice Principal (SENDCO), whilst completing your induction period, supporting SEND at our school and receiving on-the-job training and support. On successful completion of the induction period you will commence formal SENDCO training and assume the role of SENDCO at our school.

To excel in this role you will have experience of working with pupils with additional needs, either in mainstream or special settings, and have knowledge in the areas of SEMH, ASD, Attachment and Trauma, SpLD and therapeutic approaches in supporting young people.

What we have to Offer:

·      A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.

·      A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education Group.

·      All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.

·      Strong potential for career progression.

·      A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.

·      An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.

·      AEG Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.

·      A competitive pension through The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff. 

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Charlotte Hampson, HR Academy Lead at charlotte.hampson@ta.weareauthentic.education

Authentic Education Group (AEG) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AEG secures outstanding achievement and improved life chances of all our pupils. All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offering excellent CPD opportunities

Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as AEG reserves the right to close applications early.

Please note we DO NOT accept applications by CV and are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Authentic Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an online search