SCHOOL INCLUSION LEAD (SENCO) - MATERNITY COVER

About UP Unlocking Potential deliver high performing therapeutic programmes and education provision for children and young people with SEMH needs. We work in collaboration with families, communities, and other partners to ensure that children and young people access the interventions they need to thrive. Mission We work collaboratively with communities to enable children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs to unlock their full potential Values Trust We build trust by being honest, transparent, and accountable in the way we work with children and young people, staff, and partners and by providing services and programmes whose outcomes are measurable and evidenced based. Collaborative Relationships are at the heart of our work. We prioritise communication and collaboration with partners, families, and communities, believing that by working together we create more effective and holistic outcomes for children and young people. Empowering We co-create opportunities for our children, young people, parents/carers and staff to actively participate in decision-making that influences change. We promote the voices of children and young people in our organisation and the wider community. Nurturing We provide a nurturing approach based on safety and space for creativity, exploration, and growth. We support and care for our children, young people, and staff to realise their potential. Impact We are committed to measuring our impact through a data driven method to develop our programmes and make a greater difference to the lives of children, young people, and their parents and carers. Our School The Corner School is a Special Independent School for children with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), who require high-quality specialist support. Our vision is to improve the life chances of all children at The Corner School by providing an appropriate and relevant education, improving their mental and physical health, and helping them build positive relationships with peers and adults so that they can contribute to their community and wider society. We achieved a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating in both 2019 and 2022, and are committed to delivering inspirational teaching that develops confidence in learning and encourages our pupils to take ownership of their learning and be proud of their achievements. Our dedicated team of Teachers, Teaching Assistants and Therapists work together to develop personalised, dynamic support for each learner enabling them to grow in their own unique way. We offer a safe and nurturing environment and the stability needed to develop their self-esteem, resilience and enable them to learn. To find out more about our work please visit: and Role Overview The Inclusion Lead will play a key role in our small school community, and is an exciting opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the lives of children with SEMH needs. You will have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, be resilient in working with children with SEMH needs, and be passionate about helping our children achieve their full potential. Main Purpose of the role: To assist the Head Teacher in ensuring inclusive practice is developed to promote the highest standards of pupil social, emotional, mental well-being, and achievement To assist the Head Teacher in the day-to-day operation of specific school policies and processes To develop and maintain high quality SEND provision, to support individual pupils with SEND, including leading on EHCP annual review meetings and submitting statutory documentation to the local authority To support development and updating of documentation including risk management and safety planning for pupils and lead on specific key documentation (e.g. Pupil Support Plans) under the direction of the Head Teacher As the school’s Deputy DSL, to assist the Head Teacher with safeguarding and any intervention/administrative duties To support the Head Teacher in development, improvement and strategic work across the school Please see the full Candidate Pack for further information of the responsibilities of this role and the Person Specification. Hours: Full Time (38.5 hours per week), Monday-Friday. Part-time considered. Contract: Fixed Term Contract until July 2025. Location : The Corner School, Brent, London. Salary : £45,000 - £55,000 (dependent on skills and experience). Benefits: A wide range of employee benefits ( e.g. Income Protection, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, EAP etc.) Reports to: Head Teacher Please see the full Candidate Pack for further information regarding the responsibilities of this role and the Person Specification. Interview date: Interviews will be arranged as applications are received and shortlisted How to Apply : Please make your application by submitting an application form along with a supporting statement (max 2 A4 pages) which clearly demonstrates your suitability for the role and how you meet the key criteria set out within the person specification criteria (we will be reviewing shortlisted candidates closely against the person specification) Safeguarding: The Corner School has rigorous Safeguarding Children Procedures and is committed to the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It's a criminal offence for a person to work with a group from which they have been barred from working. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks including (but not limited to) online checks, references, medical checks, and an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). EDI: Our team is diverse and everyone is welcome. Our children and families and staff come from a wide range of backgrounds and we value the unique contribution that each individual can bring to UP. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work, and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. For further information, or if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application process, please contact: If you would like to make a speculative application to be considered for relevant future opportunities, please contact: ...