Staff Vacancies
Founded in 1928, Aberdour is one of Surrey's leading independent preparatory schools, catering for 370 girls and boys aged 2 - 11 years and situated in 12 acres of beautiful countryside at Tadworth, near Sutton, Epsom and Reigate. The school is superbly resourced and equipped, and won a national award in 2018 for the best use of technology in any UK independent school.
The education we offer is built around our philosophy that every child has brilliance that is just waiting for us to find and develop it. Our PAL curriculum (details on this website) gives us unique advantages that other schools visit us to see.
We offer staff excellent pay and conditions, a very happy and collaborative working environment, and many opportunities for professional development.
| Job | SENCo |
| Location | Burgh Heath, Surrey |
| Contract type | Part Time |
| Contract term | Permanent |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Closing date | Wednesday 8th May 2024 at 12pm |
| Start date | September 2024 |
Aberdour School would like to appoint an outstanding part time SENCo to join our dedicated and hardworking team in September 2024. We are looking for a highly motivated, energetic and enthusiastic qualified practitioner with a passion to develop and deliver an exceptional SEN provision. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable, forward thinking and demonstrate dedication and commitment, ensuring we maintain high quality provision and good outcomes for all children.#
This is a part time, non-classed based role working 4 days per week. Salary commensurate to experience.
SEN experience is essential as you will be required to provide support and guidance to teaching staff and parents. Ideally you will hold the SENCo qualification, however, the school will consider an outstanding teacher working towards the SENCo qualification. The candidate will be supporting Key Stage 2 pupils,
The ideal candidate will:
- Provide outstanding support and direction for the co-ordination of SEND across Key Stage 2
- Be an outstanding practitioner with high expectations of pupil attainment, progress and behaviour and who is committed to developing the full potential of all children
- Liaise effectively with staff, parents, external agencies and other schools to provide maximum support and ensure continuity of educational provision for pupils with SEND
- Have experience in EHCP application and management, and a good understanding of Speech and Language and OT intervention.
What we can offer you:
An enthusiastic, friendly staff team committed to improvement; comprehensive CPD and opportunities which embrace change and innovation; positive and supportive parents; the opportunity to work as part of a forward thinking and innovative department established to focus on improving the education for all children in our community; and a leadership team committed to the well-being of staff and children
What you can offer us:
Outstanding teaching skills and commitment to high quality teaching and learning for all; successful experience of promoting effective SEN provision within the primary phase (Key Stage 2); experience of managing others and supporting them to develop best practice; good interpersonal skills; effective communication skills when working with children, parents and professionals; an eagerness to develop professionally; commitment to being involved in our school community and a passion to promote those with special educational needs.
To apply for the position, please send a covering letter addressed to the Headmaster, together with a completed application form and CV to Jo Reid, Aberdour School, Brighton Road, Burgh Heath, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 6AJ.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 8th May 2024, with interviews scheduled to take place the week beginning 13th May 2024. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join Aberdour Preparatory School.
Aberdour School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo safer recruitment screening appropriate to the post, including through referencing, online search, medical questionnaire and an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).