SEND Officer

Role: SEND Officer

Academy: Outwood Academy Redcar

Start Date: ASAP

Salary (Actual Salary): £29,775.66 - £31,292.16

Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only plus 15 days

Are you deeply knowledgeable about SEND legislation and passionate about translating policy into impactful student support? Join us as a SEND Officer, where you will be key to ensuring statutory compliance with Sections 6 and 9 of the SEND Code of Practice and delivering tailored interventions. This management position requires dedication to detail, strong leadership in deploying resources, and expertise in managing formal paperwork associated with individualized support.

Welcome from the Principal:

Welcome to Outwood Academy Redcar, located in the heart of Redcar, a vibrant coastal town in the beautiful region of the North East.

As Principal, I am immensely proud of our academy’s commitment to fostering a nurturing and challenging environment where every student can thrive. We are a community dedicated to the Outwood Grange Academies Trust’s core principle of ‘Students First,’ and we are constantly striving to raise standards and unlock the potential within each of our young people. Central to everything we do is our commitment to break down barriers to success, unlocking the true potential within our young people and creating an inclusive culture where everyone, regardless of background or ability, feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our team of dedicated and passionate staff, professionals who share our passion for education and our unwavering belief in the power of transforming lives. If you are driven, dedicated, and eager to contribute to a school where you can truly make a difference, I invite you to explore the opportunities outlined within this advert. We look forward to welcoming you to Outwood Academy Redcar and the Outwood Family of schools.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Helen Murphy (Business Manager) at [email protected]

Experience of working within a school environment and specifically with children with complex Special Needs and/or disabilities is essential. Candidates must demonstrate proven experience and understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues.

The role requires the ability to track and analyse data to identify students that require intervention, proficiency in standard ICT packages, and a detailed understanding of the JCQ Exam Access Arrangement procedures. Willingness and ability to obtain or enhance qualifications for development is required.

- To view the person specification please click here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_HraKKL9wD4GqQjyIOqPoBLn-H17Kb1G/view?usp=sharing).