Teacher & SENCo in Additional Resource Provision (ARP) at Tachbrook Nursery School

London Community Education Federation is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Job Details

• Salary: Dependent on experience

• Hours: Full time

• Contract type: Permanent

• Reporting to: Head of school

• Responsible for: Early Years Educators and LSAs

• Closing date: Friday 6th June, Midday

Main Purpose

In addition to:

• Fulfilling the professional responsibilities of an Early Years teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document and the EYFS Statutory Framework

• To fulfil the responsibilities of SENCo (as set out in the SEND Code of Practice, 2014) within the nursery

• Meeting the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards

To carry out such duties as may reasonably be directed by the Headteacher in accordance with the relevant paragraphs in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and as specified within the Professional Standards for Teachers (TDA) according to QTS, Core or Post-Threshold levels as applicable to the post holder.

The teacher, under the direction of the head of school, will take lead responsibility of the ARP at Tachbrook Nursery School to secure:

• High-quality care and education for children in the ARP in partnership with parents or carers

• Improved standards of learning and achievement for all

• That planning, preparation, recording, assessment and reporting processes are individualised around the unique strengths and needs of the learners in the ARP and monitored for impact

• Effective use of resources to support regulation and to provide deep & rich learning opportunities

• High quality enrichment experiences for all

• Strong community support and partnership with all our families

To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a fully integrated service for children and families, in line with agreed School and LA policies.
To maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school.
To contribute to and participate in the team-working ethos of the nursery school. In particular, to be a supportive and strategic link with the nursery floor promoting inclusion throughout the nursery.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Direction

• Promote the values and ethos of the nursery and federation

• Build collaboration with our partner settings for holistic family support, and next setting schools and provisions to support placements and transitions

• Lead on the implementation of all policies in line with our commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, including to lead on the implementation of our SEND policy and graduated approach

• Have an excellent understanding of how well the EYFS and specific pedagogical approaches supporting SEND (including SCERTS) are being delivered within the ARP and the impact on pupil achievement

• Use this understanding to feed into the ARP evaluation report, reporting to governors and the school development plan

• Consult with pupils, parents and staff about effectiveness of teaching and learning, to inform school improvement priorities

• Work on the nursery floor to ensure the nursery curriculum meets the needs of all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities

• Weekly meetings with Head of School & class teachers

• Model, inspire and disseminate outstanding EYFS & SEND practice, knowledge and expertise throughout the nursery

• Promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, cultural, physical and mental development alongside British values

• Promote non-discriminatory behaviour among children, staff and all users of the school; ensure work is sensitive to the needs of cultural and linguistic groups, gender sensitive, and values diversity

Leading the Curriculum

To provide a model of good practice in promoting the learning and development of children within the nursery, by taking a leadership role in:

• Overseeing the planning and evaluation of a curriculum that:

  • Is diverse and inclusive

  • Is responsive to the needs of all pupils to promote deep level learning

  • Is well sequenced to promote pupil progress

  • Is effectively and consistently implemented

• Daily, weekly and termly planning and evaluation meetings and briefings

• Planning for the needs of each child, using SCERTs, focus child and other formative assessments to set and implement targeted individual plans and make curriculum adaptations

• Implement planned learning experiences and interventions with individual children and groups

• Coordination of the observation, assessment and recording of each child’s progress

• Monitoring changes relating to SEND, Early Years, and school/federation development

• Making sure there is an effective assessment system that meets EYFS framework requirements and tracks progress of pupils

• Having an overarching responsibility for pupils’ achievement and standards

• Promote the curriculum and inclusive approach to parents and stakeholders

Leading and Managing Staff

• Maintain excellent communication with ARP and wider nursery staff

• Deliver team meetings and keep staff informed of SEND & EYFS developments

• Support staff on SEND, teaching and learning, resources, and planning

• Coordinate external professional visits and implement guidance in support plans

• Monitor teaching and learning in the ARP

• Provide feedback and identify training needs, including CPD for own development

• Support accurate assessment and moderation

• Monitor and promote staff wellbeing

Efficient and Effective Deployment of Resources

• Lead planning and evaluation of the physical space of the Nursery and ARP

• Support the team to create a safe, well-organised, enabling environment

• Audit learning spaces and ensure they promote inclusion and engagement

• Ensure resources are diverse, inclusive and accessible

• Manage resources to match curriculum needs

SEND Coordination

• Lead implementation of graduated approach and SEND policy

• Ensure organised and up-to-date record keeping

• Liaise with external professionals and manage referrals and meetings

• Manage EHCP requests and Annual Review meetings

• Support transition to school and new settings

• Provide guidance to nursery staff and implement external advice

• Support floor staff with training and monitoring strategies

• Maintain inclusive environment and promote SCERTS approach

Working With Parents

• Promote parent involvement in children’s learning and development

• Assess prior knowledge and support transitions between home, nursery, and next setting

• Share observations and assessments with parents

• Increase parent awareness of early intervention support

• Encourage community and parent events

• Share ARP information and signpost support

Note: This is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the lead teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role.