St. Michael’s Primary School - rated by Ofsted as ‘Good’- is a warm and welcoming school situated in the heart of the Tilehurst community.

We are looking to hire an inspiring, creative, and enthusiastic SENDCo or potential trainee SENDCo. This crucial role will enhance the provision for our SEND pupils attending the ARP and additional resource classrooms. We invite you to visit our school to learn more about this opportunity.

What we can offer:

• A welcoming and caring ethos.
• An excellent wellbeing package, including a paid wellbeing day, offsite PPA and TOIL accumulation for extra-curricular activities/residential trips.
• An experienced and supportive team of staff and governors.
• Excellent teaching resources and working environment.
• High quality professional development.
• A track record of attracting, nurturing and growing talent.
• Children who are confident and enjoy coming to school.

We are looking for someone who:

• Uses therapeutic strategies to manage children’s behaviour and promotes this across the school.
• Either has the SENDCo qualification or a willingness to complete the qualification.
• Is experienced in working with children with SEND.
• May have experience of working within an ARP or as a SEND teacher.
• Is caring and supportive of children and parents.
• Has high aspirations for all children and is inclusive in their practice.
• Has strong knowledge of SEND strategies, interventions, and best practices.
• Is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with SEND.
• Has excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Has experience in managing supporting staff.
• Is experienced in working with parents/carers and external professionals.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, or if you require any further information, please contact us on 0118 9015550 or contact us by email: businessmanager@stmichaels.reading.sch.uk

Closing date for applications is Monday 18th May, with interviews on Friday 22nd May.

Application forms and Job description can be found at
http://www.stmichaels.reading.sch.uk

We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age. St Michael’s school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check.