What skills and experience we're looking for
• Experience in the analysis of performance data for the purposes of target setting and evaluation.
• Experience of having led, or made a significant contribution to, the success of a school, through its leadership, pupil outcomes and ethos.
• Experience of supporting staff to optimise attainment and progress of pupils, especially those with SEND.
• Extensive experience of successfully and effectively working with children with a wide range of significant barriers to learning.
• Hold a current SENDco qualification.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
What the school offers its staff
At The Vine Schools Trust, we are proud to stand out as an employer of choice, offering a truly unique employee value proposition. We are committed to creating a workplace where our dedicated, caring, and talented employees can thrive, while making a real difference in the lives of our pupils.
Here's what sets us apart:
Work-Life Balance: We prioritise the well-being of our staff members, promoting a healthy work-life balance through flexible work arrangements, family-friendly policies, and supportive initiatives that prioritise mental health and wellness.
Continuous Professional Development: We invest in the growth and development of our staff, offering extensive training opportunities, access to external programs, and clear pathways for career progression within the Trust. Our aim is to help every member of our team reach their full potential so that they can deliver high-quality performance.
A Collaborative Culture: As part of our close-knit community, you'll experience a truly collaborative and supportive culture. Share best practices, ideas, and insights with colleagues across our 21 schools, fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork. Joining The Vine Schools Trust means becoming a part of a family where all members are encouraged to grow in different directions, yet remain connected through the strong foundation of our shared Christian values.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We value the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees, creating an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for growth and success, creating a positive and inclusive workplace for everyone to thrive. This commitment extends to our schools, where we strive to create inclusive learning environments that celebrate diversity.
Strong Leadership Support: Our leadership team is dedicated to providing guidance, mentorship, and support to help you reach your full potential. With an open-door policy, regular communication channels, and opportunities to contribute to decision-making processes, you'll have the support you need to excel.
Impactful Pupil Relationships: Join us in building transformative relationships with our pupils. At The Vine Schools Trust, we place a strong emphasis on pupil development, nurturing confident learners with strong moral and ethical values.
Community Engagement: Make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom. We actively engage with our local community through outreach programs and partnerships with local organisations.
Further details about the role
Do you want the chance to actively contribute to the process of shaping The Vine Schools Trust?
Do you want to be part of our Education Team which is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children?
Do you have the passion and motivation to inspire others, and the ability to lead change and deliver excellence?
Do you have specific skills in SEND?
If you answered ‘Yes’ to all of the above, then this role might just be the perfect post for you!
From 22nd April 2025, we are seeking to appoint an exceptional SENDco as Regional Inclusion Lead covering three schools in the South Region, to help raise the quality of education, provisions, attainment and opportunities for children, and to support the implementation and embedding of our Vine SEND Strategy. With 21 primary schools over two local authorities, the Regional Inclusion Lead report directly into The Vine’s Assistant CEO and work with individual schools, regions, school leaders and the wider education team.
This is an exciting new role for someone who is passionate about developing Special Educational Needs provision and supporting the Trust.
One of the main areas of focus initially will be the targeting of those schools with the highest number of outstanding EHCP assessments and supporting with collating paperwork and chasing outstanding evidence. Therefore, it would be desirable that the successful individuals have extensive experience of the graduated response and needs assessment processes.
This is a position that will involve travel to schools in your assigned region on a regular basis.
The schools included in the South East Region are:
• Orsett Church of England Primary School
• Bulphan Church of England Primary School
• St Margaret’s Church of England Academy
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our children and all staff share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure, suitable references and relevant pre-employment checks.