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Secondary SENCO Teacher / Learning Support Teacher

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Established in 1972, Dover Court International School in Singapore is a leading inclusive international school with British heritage, serving international families, set on a green 12-acre site about 20 minutes from the Singapore CBD. Dover Court International School is a community with inclusion at its heart. With close to 2000 students aged 3 to 18, our unique Pathway programme enables us to provide an education that meets the needs of a diverse student population, ensuring all learners are appropriately supported and challenged in their learning. This is reflected in our excellent outcomes for all learners.Our unique approach enables us to prepare all students to flourish in our dynamic world, so they are active participants in a globally connected community, now and throughout life. This was recently recognized as Dover Court International School was chosen for the 'UK Impact in Singapore' 2022 award by the British Chamber of Commerce.In our Early Years we use a Reggio Emilia inspired approach. In Primary we are guided by the National Curriculum for England and the International Primary Curriculum. In Secondary we have IGCSE/GCSE, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and International BTEC qualifications. We also offer courses that focus on English, mathematics, life skills and employability through ASDAN programmes.All students are involved in a wide range of co-curricular activities, mainly run by teaching staff. Resulting in a rich and varied co-curricular offer for our students, with our school active and competitive in the local international school sports league across a number of sports. The school has an extensive programme of residential trips starting in Year 3 up to the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award in Secondary.We are also members of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) and are accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).Dover Court is a strong, vibrant community, where all staff are well supported with access to a range of professional learning opportunities and a commitment to professional reflection and growth.Job SummaryEverything we do is connected to our vision to create a generation of resilient and creative global citizens, who will change our world for the better. By being part of Nord Anglia Education school as a Secondary School SENCO, you'll be responsible for ensuring that the school's Learning Support provision meets the needs of all students identified as having a Special Educational Need and/or Disability. This includes the coordination of Exam Access Arrangements.You will lead and coordinate the SEN processes for students in Year 7 to 13; including the identification, tracking, and monitoring of students receiving support and their transitions through school. You will lead and coordinate the Learning Support team including performance management, provision mapping, and resources to ensure effective delivery of the support service.You will assist the school leadership in developing long-term strategies to further develop inclusion and raise standards across the school.Areas of Responsibility and Key TasksProfessional Requirements
  • Actively promote the well-being of all students and be familiar with, and uphold all, safeguarding / health and safety policies and reporting lines and procedures within the school.
  • Be familiar with practices that promote high quality teaching, learning and assessment to effectively support students and teachers. Support the implementation of DCIS policies related to teaching, learning and assessment.
  • Undertake student supervisory duties as required and neccessary ensuring effective 'duty of care'
  • Follow behaviour and relationship policy and procedures, focused on restorative solutions
  • Communicate effectively and respectfully with all stakeholders, in person and in writing.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and across the school.
  • Participate in, and support, the broad range of activities and extra-curricular events, completing a minimum of one hour of extra- curricular activity per week.
  • Attend parent meetings throughout the year, providing parents and students with constructive feedback and next steps for learning and supporting team members as appropriate.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with professional colleagues, within DCIS and across the Nord Anglia Education group.
  • Meet the requirements of annual performance review and lead the process for team members (if appropriate), setting measurable professional, reflection and growth goals and evaluating progress through reflection, developing teacher agency.
  • Complete relevant Professional Reflection and Growth activities as required and maintain a personal record of professional learning activities.
  • Up to 50% contact time with students in the area of specialism or subjects agreed with the Head of Secondary.
  • To support teachers, sharing strategies and ensuring resources are accessible for use across faculties.
  • To lead professional learning as required and in collaboration with other learning support professionals.
Leadership and Management(Operational Expertise and Resource Management)
  • Oversee and coordinate the Learning Support teacher, HLTA / Pathway 2 Teaching Assistant timetables.
  • Deploy TAs and HLTAs to maximise both efficiency of resources and the impact on learning.
  • Maintain accurate SEN records for students within iSams.
  • To resource the department, producing an annual requisition for resources.
(Professional and Personal Development)
  • All staff are required to manage effective personal development as part of the school's commitment to invest in staff as the key resource in the organisation
  • Each individual must ensure that they meet their statutory responsibilities and company policies with regard to Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities and other relevant legislation
  • Any other appropriate duties as allocated by the Principal
Person SpecificationQualifications/TrainingQualified to degree level or above.Qualified Teacher Status.SENCO qualification (or working towards)Working knowledge of the English National Curriculum and JCQHigh level of IT competenceCompletion of Exam Access Arrangement training and accreditationExperience/KnowledgeProven track record with at least two years teaching experienceDemonstrate excellence as a subject teacher and Form TutorDemonstrate some leadership ability within current or previous, recent roleDemonstrable evidence of monitoring tracking data and using data to implement successful intervention for performanceWorking in partnership with parents.Working knowledge of ISAMS or similar school management systemsSkillsExcellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to engage students and enable them to perform to a high standard.Strong organisational skills.High levels of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Cultural Intelligence (CQ), demonstrating a commitment to I-DEA and intercultural learning.Caring and empathetic attitude.Personal AttributesAs our teammate, here's what we expect:High levels of personal integrityGood cross-cultural, interpersonal and communication skills to interact with diverse nationalities and cultures.Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standardFlexible and positive approach to workExcellent organisational and time-management skills; high attention to detail and flexibility in dealing with multiple tasks.Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achievedAdaptable to working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment Ability to work under pressure and remain calmProactive and willingness to take on multiple tasksSelf-motivated and enthusiasticAbility to work independentlyMust be a team player, willing to help and be flexibleContinually strive for improvementOtherQualified teacher with experience teaching in an international environmentHolds a current Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure for all countries lived inCompliance with visa requirements for working in SingaporeAt Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.