Relational Navigator in Schools

Business Case for a Relational Navigator in Schools

Up to £38,000 annually

5 days a week: Monday - Friday~: 8:30am-4:30pm

About the Role:

Connex Education are seeking an exceptional SEN Relational Navgiator to join our dedicated team at our thriving secondary school in Middlesbrough This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

Your duties will include:

Relationship Building: Establish and maintain positive relationships with 5 students at risk of exclusion, understanding their individual needs and challenges.

Advocacy: Advocate for students' needs within the school and liaise with external agencies to ensure comprehensive support.

Modelling and Training: Model relational practices and inform frontline staff about effective strategies to support students, advocating for the child within the education system.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor the effectiveness of relational practices and evaluate their impact on student outcomes.

About the School/Organisation:

Core Vision and Mission: The school's guiding principle is that all students excel within the provision and leave with their life chances improved. Their fundamental commitment is that they will support all young people to succeed in their lives and will not give up on any young person.

Assignment Details:

The introduction of a Relational Navigator in schools aims to address the needs of young people at risk of exclusion by fostering strong relationships and providing targeted support. This role will serve as a Pre-PROCLAIM pathway to developing an attachment-aware and trauma-informed school environment. By linking the roles of a Local Authority (LA) Virtual School, particularly Middlesbrough's PROCLAIM project, and the CURV initiative, the Relational Navigator will play a crucial role in enhancing student well-being and academic success.

In return, Connex Education Partnership will offer you:

Pay to scale policy

PAYE paid weekly

Free access to our accredited CPD platform

Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom

Progression opportunities

Dedicated consultant to support you whenever needed

As a successful Relational Navigator with Connex Education Partnership, you will possess:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Proven experience teaching pupils with SEND

National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or willingness to undertake training

Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the Code of Practice

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external professionals

Strong organisational and leadership skills

Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

Previous experience in a leadership role within SEND

Experience working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions, ADHD, and other complex needs

Knowledge of assistive technology and resources

Experience of managing budgets and staff

If you are interested or would like to discuss more supply opportunities with hundreds of local schools, please apply today!

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Pay rate is determined on qualification and experience.

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