Director of SEND

Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire | United Kingdom

Job description

About Bedford Girls' School:

Bedford Girls’ School is an esteemed independent girls' school dedicated to providing exceptional education and fostering an inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to nurturing each student's individual potential, we strive to create a supportive community where every girl can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Role Overview:

As the Director of SEND at Bedford Girls’ School, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that every student with special educational needs and disabilities receives tailored support and provision conducive to their holistic development. Reporting directly to the Assistant Head (Student Data and Progress), you will spearhead, manage, and enhance high-quality SEND provision across the school, fostering an inclusive learning environment where every student can flourish.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to meet the diverse needs of students with SEND, ensuring their access to a broad and balanced curriculum.
• Lead a dedicated team of SEND professionals, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to identify and address individual learning needs, implementing personalized learning plans where necessary.
• Work closely with parents, external agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and partnership in supporting students with SEND.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provision, implementing improvements and adjustments as required to meet the evolving needs of students.
• Stay abreast of current research, legislation, and best practices in the field of SEND, integrating new insights into school policies and practices.

Your Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant postgraduate qualification in Special Educational Needs (SEN) or equivalent.
• Significant experience working in a leadership role within SEND provision, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
• Proven track record of driving positive outcomes for students with SEND, through effective leadership and collaboration.

Why Join Bedford Girls’ School:

• Be part of an outstanding forward-looking school who have an ambitious visiion to develop the next generation of creative thinkers, change-makers and problem-solvers. 
• Become a member of a friendly inclusive community which values its employees, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. 
• We offer competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including an excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.  

Closing Date: 9am, 22nd March 2024

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy please email  [email protected] or call 01234 361924.

We reserve the right to close this position vacancy once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Interviews will be arranged with candidates at a mutually convenient time. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

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