SENDCO

Location

SIR JOHN THURSBY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Eastern Avenue , Burnley , Lancashire , BB10 2AT
Tel: 01282 682313
School website: www.sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk/
Roll: 1123

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“We are characterised by how we treat our people”

We are incredibly proud of our ambitious, curriculum focused, research-driven school. Our vision is built around the principles of ambition, respect and belonging and we have a strong commitment to the development of our staff as outstanding professionals.  

This is an outstanding opportunity for a proactive and enthusiastic SENDCO to join our existing SENDCO and support the development of our school. We are looking for an existing or aspiring SENDCO. Our ideal candidate will either hold or be currently working towards the SENDCO qualification. We would also welcome applications from candidates who have a professional interest and readiness to quickly start this qualification. You will need to show experience of successes within a SEND framework.  We are passionate about our work around inclusion and SEND and this is an opportunity to contribute fully to our focused implementation plans around mixed attainment teaching, assessment and literacy development. We are now in the exciting position of expanding the SENDCO team which has 2 SENDOs and a vibrant team of teaching assistants. We are looking for someone who will have the ambition to drive our quality first teaching for the benefit of all students, particularly those with SEND.

For full advert details please refer to the Application Pack attached.

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to our work and benefit from an excellent environment, where teachers are encouraged to progress their careers with us.  We have great facilities ensuring that our students and staff have the best learning environment in which to achieve.  SJT is a very positive community, with our recent staff survey showing that over 95% of our staff enjoy coming to work and are proud to be part of our school. 

The successful candidate will fully embrace our ethos of Ambition, Respect and Belonging whilst bringing fresh ideas that will build on current strengths and achievement. A core pillar of our “belonging” ethos is that all in our community are known, valued and loved. We want all staff to share this commitment.

In your application please explain how your experiences have prepared you for this role and how you would ensure that all pupils with SEND are supported to achieve their full potential.

Closing date:  9am Monday 3rd February 2025

Shortlisting:    Tuesday 4th February 2025

Interviews:     Thursday 13th February 2025

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and other recruitment checks. 

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Essential Qualifications

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Desirable Qualifications

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Essential Experience

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Desirable Experience

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Proposed Interview Date:

13/02/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mr Matt Renshaw, Headteacher

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

For an application pack please:

download from the college website:  www.sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk

or telephone 01282 682313

or email recruitment@sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk

Send your completed Application form (only the version attached) stating which post you wish to apply for to: recruitment@sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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