Newlands Primary School

Person Specification

JOB TITLE: INCLUSION LEADER/SENCo

I=Interview A=Application Form R= References

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE / EVIDENCE SOURCE
· Qualified teacher status
· PGCE, B Ed, B.A, B.Sc / * / A
SENCo accreditation / *
GTC Registered / * / A
Recent & relevant In service Training / * / A

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & UNDERSTANDING

Be an experienced Classroom teacher with a proven record of effective teaching / * / A/R
Experience of the role of SENCo / * / A/R
Thorough knowledge OF National Curriculum and National Primary Strategies / * / I/A/R
A thorough knowledge and understanding of the SEN Code of Practice / * / I/A/R
Ability to articulate and demonstrate the characteristics of effective planning, teaching & learning and assessment strategies for pupils of all abilities / * / I/A/R
Evidence of pupils making accelerated progress / * / I/A/R
ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE / EVIDENCE SOURCE
Successful teaching in more than one school / * / A
Experience of teaching children in more than one Key Stage / * / A
The effective management of pupils behaviour / * / I/A/R
Ensuring that pupils’ needs are met through the use of effective targeted IEP’s and /or provision maps / * / I/A/R
Planning appropriate learning for pupils with AEN / * / I/A
The analysis and reporting of data to inform on progress and attainment and impact / * / I/A/R
Have experience/understanding of Child Protection Procedures / *

LEADERSDHIP AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS

Prioritise, plan and organise and manage work life balance of self and other colleagues / * / I
Act as effective Inclusion Leader/SENCo / * / I/A/R
Possess effective communication skills / * / I/A/R
Ability to lead all staff members/Governors on AEN matters / * / I/A/R
Ability to lead CPD for staff members on matters of inclusion /AEN / * / I/A/R
Be proactive in seeking advice from colleagues/other professionals when necessary / *
Be able to work on own initiative / * / I/A/R

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE / EVIDENCE SOURCE
Application form is completed in full / * / A
Supporting statement addresses key points from Person specification and job description / * / A
Visited the school / *
Enhanced CRB clearance obtained / *
Satisfactory Health Requirements / *