Assistant Sendco

**Salary**:
DFT Grade 6 - £31,364.00 - £35,744.00

Pro-rata - £27,235.91 - £31,039.42 for the hours advertised

Hours:
37 hours at 39.2 weeks, Term Time plus INSET days.

Contract Type:
Permanent

Start Date:
January 2024

**The de Ferrers Academy**

**Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL**

The de Ferrers Academy is a part of The de Ferrers Trust. We are a Multi Academy Trust currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. We consist of 3 Secondary Academies and 4 Primary Academies.

Following on from 10 years as a specialist Technology College, de Ferrers became an Academy in January 2011. It has grown into a large, split-site, co-educational institution catering for the full range of students from ages 11-18. In 2015 de Ferrers became the first school of The de Ferrers Trust (a Multi Academy Trust).

Our vision is to ensure that all the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background.

At The de Ferrers Academy we believe in working hard, being kind and choosing wisely. We are privileged to work in a community where we have a positive impact on children’s lives and future every day.

As a school we are passionate about inclusion, and are looking for someone who shares the same drive and commitment. We are looking to appoint a highly effective and motivated Assistant SENCO, who will work in partnership with the Assistant Principal - SENCo to support and effectively contribute to the SEND provision across the academy.

**Continuing Professional Development**

The Trust believes that professional development is key to successful employees and offers excellent opportunities for you to grow and achieve. We provide tailored Continuing Professional Development, mentoring, support and a range of development opportunities across the Trust.

**Benefits Package**

The de Ferrers Trust strives to be ‘Employer of Choice’ and are committed to the wellbeing and development of colleagues. Offering an excellent benefit package which includes:

- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted Gym Membership
- BHSF Healthcare Scheme

Applicants for positions are welcome to visit the Academy by contacting the Academy on 01283 247700.

**How to Apply**:
Closing date: 01 December 2023
Interview date: 07 December 2023
Start date: January 2024

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any other queries, please contact 01283 247700 and ask to speak to Sarah Wain, Academy Business Officer - HR.

**_All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK._