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Lara Search are working on behalf of a primary school based in Roehampton, Wandsworth, which requires a part-time SENDCO for maternity cover from January 2023 until December 2023. Our school is seeking an inspirational and motivated SENDCO to work 2-3 days a week from 8.30am - 4pm. This will be a non-teaching role. Job Responsibilities but not limited to: - Support the strategic leadership of the school by providing effective leadership and management across all phases of the school. - Contribute and be accountable for specific parts of the School Development Plan and SEF. - Have overall responsibility for determining the strategic development of SEND policy and provision in the school. - Have day-to-day responsibility for the coordination of SEND provision to support individual pupils. - Where a LAC has to SEND, ensure effective communication with the relevant designated teacher. - Advise on the graduated approach to providing SEND support. - Advise on the deployment of the school’s delegated budget and other resources to meet pupils’ needs effectively. - Liaise with the parents of pupils with SEND. - Liaise with early years providers (where required), other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals, and other bodies with regard to SEND provision. - Be the key point of contact with external agencies, particularly the LA and its support services, and ensure that these links are actively promoted. Teaching/Learning: - Liaise with the headteacher to ensure an appropriate, broad, high-quality, and cost-effective curriculum is delivered to pupils with SEND. - Keep up to date with local and national developments in teaching pupils with SEND and communicate these to all members of staff. - Monitor teaching and learning activities to ensure that they meet the specific needs of pupils with SEND. Leadership/Management: - Support staff members to understand the needs of pupils with SEND. - Promote a safe and secure learning environment for pupils with SEND, and action improvement plans where necessary. - Provide professional guidance to staff to secure good quality teaching for pupils with SEND. - Guide staff in recognising and fulfilling their responsibilities to support pupils with SEND. - Contribute to the performance management process of any SEND teachers, learning support staff, and TAs. - Act as a point of contact and offer advice to staff seeking to learn more about or develop skills relating to SEND. - Ensure the school’s SEND provision is inclusive at all levels. - Contribute to curriculum planning to ensure that it reflects the needs of pupils with SEND. - Help to cater to the needs of pupils with SEND by contributing to the effective deployment of learning support staff. - Ideally but not essentially hold the SENDCO qualification. If you would like to be considered for this post and will be available to start immediately, please forward a current and up-to-date CV to Raphael@lara-search.com as interviews are taking place immediately!

Are you an experienced and personable Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant? Do you have experience with behavioural and SEN support knowledge and are now seeking to join a thriving school? We are currently looking for a passionate LSA to join an excellent team. About the role: LSA to support students 2 - 19 years old. Create a safe, engaging, and enjoyable learning experience. Develop positive interactions to build confidence and self-esteem. To work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the progress of students is prioritized.

Our primary school in Barnet are looking for four learning support assistant/teaching assistant OR learning mentor on a full-time basis to work with students with autism & complex learning difficulties. This position is to start from February 2023 on a full-time basis with the opportunity to go permanent if you are seeking permanent work. The hours of work are 8.30 am – 4 pm and timekeeping is a MUST with this position. If you have the following, please get in touch! Enthusiastic Able to use own initiative 100% attendance Great interest in making a difference Passion for supporting children with special educational needs. Experience supporting students with Autism and complex needs. Work with students in EYFS – KS2 Able to provide a fun and interactive environment for the students. Able to fully commit to a year-long contract. Have a real passion for supporting SEND students; see it as more than just a job. Career aspirations, maybe you are a graduate aiming to become a teacher.

Are you an experienced and personable Learning Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant? Do you have experience with behavioural and SEN support knowledge and are now seeking to join a thriving school? We are currently looking for a passionate LSA to join an excellent team. About the role: LSA to support students 2 – 19 years old. Create a safe, engaging, and enjoyable learning experience. Develop positive interactions to build confidence and self-esteem. To work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the progress of students is prioritized.

Are you an energetic and devoted Sports/Mentor Coach who is passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their lives? Are you currently seeking a long-term placement in a nurturing learning environment? A wonderful School is looking forward to having an experienced Sports/Mentor Coach join their friendly team. We are currently looking for a driven Sports/Mentor Coach to cover a full-time and long-term assignment which will start in ASAP. If you are a Sports/Mentor Coach or have experience working with children, then this is the perfect role for you! About the role: Committed to Safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children To promote and reinforce their self-esteem & encourage their integration within the school community Meeting physical needs as required whilst encouraging independence Assist the class teacher and offer support in classroom activities

Are you a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant? Are you in search of a loving, exceptional school and wish to contribute to its mission? We are now recruiting for an outstanding school as they are looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to inspire and support students with special needs. About the role: To foster a nurturing environment that encourages the student’s growth. To offer personalised teaching and learning in an autism-specific environment. To enable creative ways of communicating concepts to children. To support the class teacher and assist students in 1:1 and in small groups.