Job overview This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who is passionate about supporting young people in their education and to lead the SEND provision in a rapidly improving school with inclusion at its heart. You will be an enthusiastic and experienced leader with an understanding of vulnerable young people and will want the very best outcomes for all young people. You will have, or be willing to study for, the SENCo qualification. We are looking for a strong leader and your background is less important than the skillset you can offer. This is a key post in the school and will be an essential part of making this a great school. We welcome candidates for tours or an informal chat with the Principal. We are a ‘Good’ (April 2023) school and heavily oversubscribed. We have excellent facilities in a state-of-the-art building, situated in a pleasant location only 30 minutes to both Croydon and Brighton, by rail or car. The school has been expanding in recent years to take on additional students due to its popularity. Closing date: Wednesday 16th January 2025, with interviews to be held soon after. We may interview suitable candidates earlier if strong applications are received. A supportive induction programme is provided for all new staff. The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have, or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS. About Ifield Community College Ifield Community College Crawley Avenue, Ifield, Crawley West Sussex RH11 0DB United Kingdom Ifield Community College has been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted Ifield Community College is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form in West Sussex serving students from the ages of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in Crawley has approximately 1,020 students on roll. Ifield Community College was established in 1966, with a new school building opening in the centre of campus in 2005. The secondary school has a broad range of sporting facilities, including a fitness suite, tennis courts and a large playing field. Principal Mr Rob Corbett Values and vision Ifield Community College wants all students to leave fully prepared for the next stage of their life after leaving the school. It focuses on nurturing them into ambitious, confident, enthusiastic, resilient individuals. The school wishes for pupils to practice self-discipline and respect themselves and each other, regardless of their beliefs and differences. Ifield Community College’s vision is for pupils to achieve to the highest of their abilities and excel in all that they do. This Crawley secondary school works to create an enriching curriculum and opportunities that extend beyond the classroom through a wide range of enrichment activities. These range from sports clubs to drama classes, while educational trips are organized to further pupils' understanding, experience, and interests. These have included visits to Venice, the Imperial War Museum, Ypres 'Battlefields' and The Hawth Theatre. “Teachers are real experts in their subject. They work well together to share their knowledge and support their planning. Subject-specific training encourages them to think about their teaching and how pupils learn. Content is revisited to aid retention. Marking and assessment are frequent, diagnostic and help pupils to make progress.” Benefits, facilities and services available to staff Free gym membership Tax-Free Childcare scheme Employee Assistance Programme - Health Assured offers a number of sources of support and advice: Employee helpline - A freephone helpline staffed by specially trained advisors, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, as many times as necessary. Providing advice and support on a number of issues including: emotional, personal, relationship, family, legal, financial, work, career and others, for example, consumer issues, diet, smoking, health and support groups. West Sussex 'Choices' Discount Scheme - opportunity to save over £1,000 a year Excellent Pension schemes - Teachers and LGPS Local Information Crawley Tourist Information Transport Rightmove