Job Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK's first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

Are you passionate about working with children and young people with SEN? Are you excited about Education? Do you want to make a difference and improve outcomes and life experiences for children, young people and their families in Lewisham?


Good understanding of SEN Law, SEN Code of Practice and policy, Code of Practice Home to School Transport SEN.


A good understanding of the statutory framework governing the assessment of and provision for children with special educational needs.


An understanding of the types of special needs that effect children's education and an ability to develop this knowledge.


Knowledge of administration and management systems.

What's the role?

To lead, organise and manage the SEN team. Provide staff with effective leadership and ensure that there are high quality systems of internal and external communication.


To lead the decision making processes in relation to statutory assessment, placement and provision with SEN and in connection with their overall welfare.


To work with the SEN Team to deliver the SEND Strategy and to ensure that SEN performance targets are met. Seeking the views of stakeholders in identifying future needs and service priorities.

What's in it for you?

Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:


Generous holiday allowance Local Government Pension scheme Flexible working and family friendly policies Season ticket and bicycle loans A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships Supportive staff networks

What we're looking for

You will be an experienced and skilled leader in the world of SEN. You will have experience of working with children and young people with SEN and their families. You will have excellent knowledge and understanding of the statutory legislation and framework to ensure that we meet our legal requirements. You will have strong communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with our partner agencies.

Location

The job is primarily based in Kaleidoscope, 32 Rushey Green, Catford, London, SE6 4JF but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.

Special conditions

The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check
The recruitment process is anonymous and we don't accept CV's.


Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.


For an informal discussion about this job, please contact clare.gurbutt@lewisham.gov.uk

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Salary

60,633 - 62,742 per annum (SCP 45-47)


N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply


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