Are you an expereinced National SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)?

Do you enjoy making a difference in students life especially in alternative educaiton setting?

If you answered yes, then please keep reading. We are looking for people like yourself to join us at this exciting time to our expanding team.

About us:

Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools. 

What We Offer:

• Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications.
• Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Health and Wellness Support: Access to Medicash, covering eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.
• Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards.
• Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent.
• Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering shopping discounts, fuel cards, and more.
• Commute in Style: Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Supportive Environment: Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.
• Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.
• Birthday Leave: Celebrate your birthday in style with an additional paid holiday

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced SEND Operations Manager to lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of our SEND provision. This non-teaching role involves overseeing SEND policies, supporting staff, and ensuring the highest standards of support and intervention are provided to our SEND students, with the ultimate goal of raising their achievement across all schools.

About you:

• National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination / NPQ SEND
• Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS)
• Degree or equivalent
• SENCO Advanced Certificate – Desirable or willingness to work towards
• Postgraduate course at Level 7 – Desirable or willingness to work towards
• Patoss AAA Course completion – Desirable or willingness to work towards
• Assessing for Access Arrangement (AAA) – Desirable or willingness to work towards

Preferred Skills:

• Proven experience in managing SEND provision and achieving outstanding results for SEND students.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing teaching staff.
• Experience working in partnership with parents and the wider community, particularly in challenging environments.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and inclusion, with the ability to address these effectively.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to inspire and lead.

Please check our candidate pack to learn more about what we offer: https://www.flipsnack.com/C898CB66AED/ps-candidate-pack-2024/full-view.html

We’re not just offering a job – we’re offering a holistic work experience that values you as an individual. Come be a part of our vibrant and supportive community! #WorkWithUs #BenefitsBeyondOrdinary #EmployeeWellbeing 

 How to apply? 

Ready to be a part of our transformative educational journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your teaching philosophy by clicking APPLY. For further queries please email recruitment@theprogress-group.co.uk 

Let’s redefine education together! #JoinOurTeam #EducationRevolution #AlternativeEducation #SENCOWanted 

The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.  

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit The Progress School’s website.  

 We will not be able to provide Visa sponsorship for this role.  

Application deadline: 25^th November 2024.