[senco-forum] Am I banned or is it quiet?

I experienced similar attitudes and behaviour from a new head, and in

Thanks for this.
It makes me realise I'm not on my own.

I will soon be 59 so I thought I would take early retirement but leave
myself open to do supply.

I did have a boost on Thursday. The school is in special measures and we
were observed by the LEA. They thought I was doing good. The boss wasn't
too pleased about that.

Angie D

-----Original Message-----
From: pmmaghie at blueyonder.co.uk [mailto:pmmaghie at blueyonder.co.uk] 
Sent: 10 February 2008 15:24
To: Angela Drew
Subject: RE: [senco-forum] Am I banned or is it quiet?

> I experienced similar attitudes and behaviour from a new head, and in
the end, accepted a compromise agreement and left.

I felt thoroughly demoralised, self esteem was at an all time low.  I
did find it difficult to find another post, especially as I am in my mid
50s. 
However, through supply teaching at a school where they really believe
in inclusive education, I was offered a job.  I am now very happy.
There are still places and heads out there who I am sure will appreciate
your experience and qualifications, if you decide to return to teaching.

I wish you all the best.  There is still life, inside or outside of a
school!

Hi Sheridan
> You're not banned. I think we are all suffering from 1/2 term-itus, or

> SAD or something.
>
> I have come to a decision. After experiencing anti Angie feelings 
> towards me and the SEN department from the senior management at my 
> school for the past 3 years since new head arrived, and having my time

> for Sen dropped from 2 1/2 days to 1/2 a day and my staff dropped from

> 3 to effectively 1 without any drop in what I am expected to do (and 
> all this after spending 6 years doing a MEd in special needs and 
> dyslexia), I have handed in my resignation. I am effectively taking 
> early retirement at Easter as I can't think that I would ever get a 
> reference from our new head. He has already refused to give one member

> of staff one so I don't stand a chance.
>
> Over the years I have received a great deal of help on many subjects 
> and I will always be grateful to all of you out there. From Friday 
> (and mid
> week) funnies to recipes from Ruth to the everyday problems
experienced
> by SENCos everywhere to the bizzar.
>
> If you don't mind I will stay and see what you are all doing and if I 
> can be of any help at any time I am more than happy.
>
> Take care all of you and keep your chins up.
>
> Angie D
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:senco-forum-bounces at lists.becta.org.uk] On Behalf Of Sheridan
> Sent: 09 February 2008 11:04
> To: 'Barbara Horsfall Turner'; senco-forum at lists.becta.org.uk
> Subject: RE: [senco-forum] Am I banned or is it quiet?
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> I haven't collected my email for a few days and  I've only received a 
> few postings from the forum in that time.  It may go quiet this week 
> because we are just starting half term here. Sheridan
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