Job Title: Assistant Headteacher - SENDCo
Location: Venturers’ Academy, Bristol
E-ACT Venturers' Academy | Where everything's possible
E-ACT Venturers' Academy is a specialist school that continues to grow, with standards consistently rising. The Academy prioritises the development and wellbeing of its staff and is committed to providing high-quality education in a supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the growth and success of the Academy.
Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
Are you ready to be part of an educational community that creates an environment where children can flourish? You could join an academy that focusses on developing the whole child and has a people-first culture. We know the importance of developing our colleagues to be the best they can be to ensure our children achieve the best outcomes.
Join our flagship SEND provision! We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher - SENDCo to provide leadership and management for the provision of pupils across the Academy, promoting and implementing the school’s policies in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice. The SENDCo will form part of the Senior Leadership Team as an Assistant Head and will have responsibility for providing professional guidance to support teachers in securing high standards of teaching and learning.
We encourage colleagues to visit or contact us in advance of an application to discuss the school, community and the role. For more information about the school, please visit our website:
Key responsibilities:
Strategic direction and development of the provision provided for pupils, inline with EHCP’s.
Line management of specific staff.
Support clear INTENT, IMPLEMENTATION and IMPACT for the school’s curriculum.
Work closely with the SLT in ensuring effective use of e-learning/SEND specific technology.
Responsibility for ensuring preparation and implementation of individual pupil support plans, including reviewing, updating and ensuring effective use by all staff
Pay range: L10 - L14 - £62,202 - £68,586
Qualifications and Skills:
Qualified Teacher Status
SENDCo Qualification or previous experience as a SENDCo
Degree in related subject specialism
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with pupils and parents/carers
Ability to analyse and evaluate data to identify, student needs and appropriate strategies to overcome barriers to learning
About E-ACT:
Join a trust that is going places!
Having recently won TES Team of Year 2024 and MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.
We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks, and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.
Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.
Benefits:
Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.
Support System of 38 Academies: Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.
Cycle to Work: Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.
Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.
How to apply:
Simply follow the above link to apply.
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.
All E-ACT academies, the Ambassadors and Headteachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and undergo appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
