John Shelton Primary School is a 1FE primary school located in Coventry, serving a deprived area. The school is known for its inclusive ethos and nurturing environment, where every pupil is welcomed and supported. Ofsted has recognised the school's good work in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with the school adapting learning effectively to enable all pupils to access the same curriculum as their peers.What is the job role?We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher to lead and manage our newly built Enhanced Resource Provision (ERP), which supports children with learning difficulties. In this role, you will be responsible for continuing the inclusive work being done by the school and ensuring that the ERP is an integral part of school life.This is an excellent opportunity to join an inclusive, oversubscribed school that is recognised for its work in supporting children with special educational needs. If you are a dedicated and experienced teacher who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning difficulties, we encourage you to apply.Visits to the school are encouraged please telephone the office on 02476 686063 to arrangePlease return completed application forms to jobs@jsprimary.orgWho are we looking for?Lead and manage the ERP, ensuring that it provides high-quality support and learning opportunities for children with special educational needsDevelop and implement effective strategies to support the academic, social, and emotional needs of children in the ERPManage a team of teaching assistants and ensure they are trained and equipped to support the children in the ERPWork closely with the school's leadership team to ensure the ERP is fully integrated into the school's overall provisionLiaise with parents, external agencies, and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for children in the ERPContribute to the school's overall curriculum development and ensure that the ERP is aligned with the school's vision and valuesYou will have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience in a primary school settingExperience of working with children with special educational needsStrong knowledge of SEND legislation, best practices and recent SEND research (SEND qualification is desirable eg NASENCO, NPQ)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholdersA strong ethical and moral commitment to our SEND pupils, staff and communityA passion for inclusive education and a commitment to supporting pupils with SENDProven track record of leading and managing a team effectivelyResilience and a sense of humour!Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
