The Governing Body wish to appoint a motivated, inspirational teacher and SENCO to join our dedicated team at Moss Park Junior School. The role is full time, permanent and includes a part time teaching commitment with a job share partner and dedicated weekly release time.
This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher who has gained the NASENDCO qualification (or is currently on the NASENCO course) and would like to make a difference to the children and families at Moss Park Junior School.
You will be on the Leadership Team with responsibility for the strategic and operational oversight of our SEN policy and provision.
Moss Park Junior School serves a rich and diverse learning community. It is a warm and welcoming school that is committed to the welfare and personal development of its pupils. All staff are continually developing their practice to bring out the best in each child and have high expectations of academic achievement and behaviour. Our pupils are wonderful to work with. Their conduct and attitudes to learning are outstanding.
For this post we are looking for a teacher who:
Is an outstanding classroom practitioner able to motivate, engage and inspire pupils
Has a good understanding of the 2015 SEND code of practice
Is an advocate of Quality First Teaching and can lead staff in developing their knowledge and expertise in working with SEND children
Is committed to equal opportunities and securing good outcomes for pupils with SEND across the curriculum
Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Has the ability to support and overview the work of Teaching Assistants leading interventions with SEND children
Is determined, resilient and has high expectations of themselves and the school
Is flexible, has a good sense of humour and can work well in a year group team
Is willing to engage in all aspects of school life
We can offer:
A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team who work well together and are committed to providing the highest quality of education for every child
Well behaved and motivated children who are keen to learn
A reduced teaching commitment with guaranteed weekly leadership time
Supportive parents who work with the school to ensure the best for their child
Leaders and Governors who are committed to your continuing professional development
Well-resourced, attractive indoor and outdoor learning environment
I would love to discuss the role in greater detail with prospective candidates, so if you have any questions about the job please contact me - Sally Nunwick (Headteacher) – via the school office. Visits to school are welcome and will take place after school hours in the weeks beginning 19 and 26 April 2021 (with covid systems of control in place). These can be arranged via our School Business Manager, Sara Moroney, on 0161 864 1710.
Applications should be returned to school either electronically to mossparkjun.admin@trafford.gov.uk or by post, for the Attention of the Headteacher.
Please note - Our school is committed to safeguarding children and young people and expects that all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing Date - Tuesday 4 May 2021 at 9.00 am
Shortlisting - Tuesday 4 May 2021
Interview - Tuesday 13 and 14 May 2021. The recruitment process will include an observed lesson at Moss Park Junior School on the day of interview and a leadership task.
Application Form.docx
Job Description.docx
Person Specification.doc
MPJS Staff Values and Behaviours.docx