Aveley Primary was selected in 2022 to open a new resource centre for children with Autism in Thurrock. The centre's 10 places are now full, and the school is looking for an experienced teacher to lead it, supported by the SENCo and the leadership team. The successful candidate will lead the centre with dedicated support staff to meet the individual needs of the children, who will spend most of their time in the centre but join mainstream classes as appropriate.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead, develop and oversee the day-to-day operation of the Autism Resource Centre
- Co-ordinate provision for children with EHCPs
- Liaise with the SENCo and support staff working in the centre, modelling good practice
- Ensure records are accurate, up-to-date and effective
- Work with parents to ensure they are well-supported and children make progress
- Liaise with external agencies, such as educational psychology services, health and social services and voluntary bodies
The ideal candidate will be:
- Energetic and enthusiastic, with an optimistic, solution-focussed approach
- Passionate and committed to the achievement and success of all learners, through a holistic approach to education
- An excellent teacher who leads by example and leads support staff effectively
- An excellent communicator with children, colleagues, governors and parents
Aveley Primary offers:
- Friendly and supportive staff
- Opportunities to work with colleagues across Catalyst Academies Trust who have experience in leading resource centres
- Recruitment incentives (up to £1,000), retention bonuses for every completed year of service, 2 weeks' May and October half-term, and an employee discount scheme
Pay range: TMS 1-6. Informal visits are welcome: contact Lucy Bessant on 01708 847777 or [email protected]. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, a pre-employment health check and a successful enhanced DBS. The school reserves the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
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