Temple Learning Academy

Secondary Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo)

**Temple Learning Academy, part of Red Kite Learning Trust**

**Contract**: Permanent

**Hours**: Full Time

**FTE Salary**: In line with national pay scales M1-U3: £28,000 - £43,685 per annum + SEND allowance (£2,384 - £4,703)

**A unique opportunity to be part of the of the exciting journey at Temple Learning Academy: an all-through school in the heart of its community.**:
Temple Learning Academy is one of only a few ‘all-through’ (Early Years to Y11) schools in Leeds. Being an all-through school means our students benefit from a seamless transition between year groups and phases; shared expertise and resources, and a curriculum that is sequenced from Early Years to Year 11.

Our colleagues specialise in either Primary or Secondary phase practice and work for the vast majority of their time in their respective phases. Consequently, this post will base you almost always within the Secondary phase.

**If this advertisement does catch your eye and provides a sense of excitement on your part, then we would love to hear from you. **Temple Learning Academy are offering a fantastic career opportunity for an experienced or aspiring SENDCO. We are a truly inclusive through school with a substantial student support team. The Secondary Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCO) will work closely with the Assistant Principal for Student Support to oversee and manage the operation of TLA’s SEND policy within the Secondary Phase. The SENDCO works collaboratively with leaders, teachers and the pastoral team to ensure that all students with special educational needs and disabilities are supported to reach their full potential.** You will be joining a highly community orientated, inspirational and ambitious school and will benefit from the support of strong leadership and effective colleagues whilst being part of an ethos that achieves the best possible outcomes for every one of our students.**

**We are looking for someone who;**
- Is committed to the SEND agenda, with the drive and desire to motivate our students to ensure they achieve their very best.
- Is a strong communicator and confident in directing and utilising HLTAs and TAs across the Secondary Phase.
- Is organised, determined and resilient.

**Temple Learning Academy is a member of Red Kite Learning Trust which is also comprised of three Secondary schools and nine Primary schools.** **As a member of our Trust, you will benefit from**:being part of a truly collaborative trust, working with professional generosity and towards our shared mission of;** Nurturing ambition, delivering excellence and enriching children’s lives, **our Trust commitment to continued investment in our people, supporting every member of staff throughout their career to be the best they can be, a clear set of values, a celebration of equality and diversity and a working environment built on respect, kindness and promotion of positive wellbeing.

**We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package** **including**; teachers’ pension scheme, £5k cycle to work scheme, discounted gym, family health, private medical insurance and dental care plans, discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers and our employee assistance programme.

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