Your career #EMATters! We are currently recruiting for a SENDCo Assistant who thinks beyond the classroom. We are an organisation that recognises and values its diverse workforce. Join us at EMAT to be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and impact.
About EMAT
EMAT is an exciting, innovative, and growing organisation where we strive to do things differently, aligned with our core values and purpose: that every child deserves to be the best they can be. Our Trust was incorporated in July 2012 to establish, maintain, manage, and develop academies and free schools as world-class centres of excellence. We are a collaborative partnership that currently includes an all-through school in Northampton, a secondary school in Oundle, and five primary schools in Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits.
These include:
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools.
- A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- A corporate eye care plan.
- Flu jabs for all staff.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including an online GP.
- Access to an employee lifestyle savings platform.
- Generous family leave.
About the School
Prince William School is located in Oundle, within easy commuting distance of Peterborough, Stamford, Kettering, Wellingborough, and Corby. It is a vibrant and friendly school that strives to deliver the challenging and inspirational curriculum our students need to prepare them for the ever-changing world of work. We have high expectations for all, and our aim is simple: to be the best school in Northamptonshire and beyond for every student, no matter what their ability or aspirations.
This is an exciting time for the school as examination results have seen rapid improvement and the school is expanding under the leadership of a new Headteacher. We are really proud of our 2024 exam results, with an estimate progress 8 score of 0.41 for Key Stage 4.
General Roles and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
• Supporting the strategic, operational and administrative leadership of SEND provision across the school.
• Coordinating SEND processes, including EHCPs, annual reviews, transition arrangements and statutory requirements.
• Maintaining accurate SEND records, data systems and documentation to ensure compliance and support student progress.
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers, staff and external agencies to promote effective partnership working.
• Supporting the delivery and evaluation of interventions and provision to improve outcomes for students with SEND.
• Assisting with the deployment and coordination of inclusion support staff to maximise student independence and achievement.
• Monitoring the impact of SEND provision and contributing to quality assurance, reporting and continuous improvement activities.
• Promoting an inclusive culture that removes barriers to learning and enables all students to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
• Contributing to safeguarding, student welfare and the maintenance of high standards of professional conduct.
• Supporting the SENDCo and senior leaders in delivering the school's vision for inclusion and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and guidance.
For more information or an informal conversation, please contact hrqueries@emat.uk.
A Note for Recruitment Agencies
We have a team of internal recruiters, and we advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, then we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.
EMAT reserves the right to withdraw this advert early if a suitable candidate is found.
EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or age.
EMAT encourage a “Speak Up” culture where colleagues are encouraged to raise any concerns relating to risk or wrongdoing. You will be responsible for ensuring that colleagues are supported where necessary to raise concerns without blame or recrimination and should pro-actively raise concerns should they come to your attention.