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SEN Teaching Assistant (SENTA)– Full Time | SEN Support | Immediate Start Location: Farnborough area (within accessible primary school setting) Type of School: Primary (Church of England) Salary: £92.00 (Per day) Contract: Fixed Term, Term Time Only (Full Time Contract: Permanent / Full Time (Term Time Only) Hours: Full Time (flexible for the right candidate) Start Date: As soon as possible / September 2026 We are currently seeking an experienced, passionate and highly committed SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school. This is a rewarding leadership opportunity for an experienced teacher with a strong passion for inclusion, SEND provision and whole school impact, who is ready to shape and develop high quality SEND support across the school. The school is proud of its nurturing environment, strong relationships, and inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child is supported to reach their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. The Role: As SENCO, you will be responsible for leading and developing SEND provision across the school, ensuring high-quality support for pupils with additional needs. • Develop, implement and oversee the school’s SEND strategy and policy • Identify and assess pupils with SEN through a graduated (assess–plan–do–review) approach • Work closely with class teachers to ensure high-quality adaptive teaching and inclusion • Coordinate and review EHCPs and personalised learning plans • Lead interventions within and outside the classroom to support pupil progress • Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals (e.g. EPs, SALT, OT, CAMHS) • Monitor and track pupil progress using data, observations and assessment information • Provide advice, guidance and training to staff on SEND best practice • Chair and contribute to annual reviews and multi-agency meetings • Support behaviour, wellbeing and access to learning for pupils with additional needs • Ensure SEND resources, interventions and provision are effectively deployed • Contribute to whole-school improvement and inclusion priorities The Ideal Candidate Will: • Be an experienced teacher with strong knowledge of SEND across primary phases • Have previous experience in a SENCO, inclusion lead or similar role (desirable) • Hold (or be willing to complete) the NASENCO qualification / NPQ SENCO • Be passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners • Have strong leadership, communication and organisational skills • Be confident working with staff, parents and external agencies • Be able to analyse data and use it to inform targeted interventions • Be resilient, proactive and solution-focused • Be committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times What the School Offers: • A highly supportive and inclusive leadership team • Strong commitment to SEND and whole-school inclusion • Opportunities for leadership development and CPD • Collaborative working with external professionals and agencies • A nurturing school culture with positive pupil relationships • Freedom to develop and shape SEND provision strategically Why Choose GSL Education? • Competitive pay rates and transparent payroll • Dedicated SEN consultants with local expertise • Long-term and permanent opportunities available • Ongoing CPD and professional development support • Personalised matching to the right school setting • Trusted education recruitment agency with strong local partnerships To Work with GSL Education, you must: • Have the right to work in the UK • Provide two recent professional references • Have (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service Safeguarding Statement: GSL Education and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. Apply Now – Interviews Taking Place Immediately This role may be filled before the closing date, so early applications are strongly encouraged. If you are a passionate and experienced education professional looking to make a real impact on inclusion and SEND provision, apply today with your CV

Teacher (Primary Trained – Secondary Provision) Location: Crowthorne, Berkshire School Type: Independent Special School Contract: 32 weeks per year | Full-time or Part-time considered Age Range: 7–19 years (Secondary focus) About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Primary-trained Teacher to work with our secondary-aged pupils within our specialist provision in Crowthorne, Berkshire. This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to apply a primary teaching approach to support students aged 11–19 with moderate learning difficulties (MLD). You will play a vital role in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons while supporting students’ academic progress, confidence, and personal development within a nurturing and structured environment. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Promote positive student behaviour across lessons and the wider school, ensuring teaching is engaging and purposeful, • Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs, • Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, educational psychologists, and therapists to support student progress, • Partner with curriculum leaders to maximise engagement and outcomes across the MLD provision, • Monitor strengths and areas for development across classes, contributing to training and development of teaching strategies, • Maintain regular and positive communication with parents/carers, • Evaluate and contribute to schemes of work, ensuring a broad range of learning opportunities and active learning strategies, • Embed formative assessment practices and ensure effective feedback through marking and monitoring, • Work closely with the SEN Department to ensure consistent implementation of successful strategies, • Support the development and delivery of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) in collaboration with the MLD Lead, • Contribute to whole-school improvement, sharing best practice and high-quality teaching resources, • Build strong, positive relationships with students and staff, fostering a calm, purposeful learning environment Person Specification Qualifications & Training • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), • GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) Experience • Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable Skills & Knowledge • Strong organisational skills and ability to build effective working relationships, • Good subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Ability to remain calm and respond positively to challenges, • Competent ICT skills to support teaching and learning Personal Qualities • Passionate about teaching and learning within a SEND environment, • A committed and enthusiastic team player willing to go above and beyond, • Aligned with a student-centred and nurturing school ethos, • Resilient, positive, and forward-thinking, • Able to inspire, motivate, and challenge students of all abilities What We Offer • A supportive and collaborative working environment, • Opportunities for professional development and career progression, • Flexible working options (full-time or part-time), • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people If you are a creative and committed teacher looking to make an impact in specialist education, we would love to hear from you

Deputy Headteacher Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: Pay scale WL12 to WL16 (FTE £69,332 to £76,481 per annum) Closing date: Thursday 23rd April 2026 at 8.00am Interview date: Thursday 30 April 2026 We are seeking an exceptional, ambitious and values‑driven leader to join our dedicated and experienced Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Headteacher at our Outstanding secondary special school for pupils with moderate learning difficulties (MLD). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader ready to make a significant whole‑school impact, contribute to strategic leadership, and help shape the next phase of the school’s development. The role will particularly appeal to candidates who are aspiring to headship and are keen to develop their leadership experience within a highly supportive and successful environment. Main Purpose * Provide vision and professional leadership as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) of the school ensuring outstanding quality education for all students and improved standards of achievement * Oversee the ‘day-to-day’ operational running of the school * Lead the school in the absence of the Head teacher * Satisfy the aims of the school through the implementation of the policies of the Local Governing Body and Trust * With the Leadership Team, develop an outstanding learning environment and manage the resources to promote and secure the achievement of both students and staff * Work with the whole staff to develop a strong learning environment that has, at its centre, high expectations of learning, work, performance, academic achievement and behaviour * Work with the SLT in setting, nurturing, promoting and maintaining a very high standard of behaviour and mutual respect throughout the school, ensuring that all staff play an active role in the pursuit of these standards Person Specification Essential * Qualified Teacher status – graduate or teachers’ certificate * Proven senior leadership experience with a track record in strategic leadership, team management and school improvement * Successful and sustained teaching experience at Key Stages 1 & 2 or 3 & 4, with evidence of strong outcomes * Significant experience of teaching pupils with complex SEND * Demonstrable experience of leading and developing teaching and learning to secure consistently high-quality practice * A strong track record of outstanding classroom practice * Clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection, including experience of carrying out safeguarding responsibilities in line with statutory guidance * Experience of performance management and appraisal, including setting objectives, monitoring progress and supporting professional development * Proven ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour effectively within a leadership role * Ability to model inclusive practice, high expectations, and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners Desirable * Post graduate qualification * NPQH * National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCo) * Proven senior leadership experience within a special school setting * Experience of coaching, mentoring, and developing staff, including early career teachers or middle leaders * Experience of teaching or overseeing a primary or secondary curriculum, particularly within a specialist or all‑through setting To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Abbey School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application

Deputy Headteacher Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary : Pay scale WL12 to WL16 (FTE £69,332 to £76,481 per annum) Closing date: Thursday 23 rd April 2026 at 8.00am Interview date: Thursday 30 April 2026 We are seeking an exceptional, ambitious and values‑driven leader to join our dedicated and experienced Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Headteacher at our Outstanding secondary special school for pupils with moderate learning difficulties (MLD). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader ready to make a significant whole‑school impact, contribute to strategic leadership, and help shape the next phase of the school's development. The role will particularly appeal to candidates who are aspiring to headship and are keen to develop their leadership experience within a highly supportive and successful environment. Main Purpose • Provide vision and professional leadership as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) of the school ensuring outstanding quality education for all students and improved standards of achievement * Oversee the 'day-to-day' operational running of the school * Lead the school in the absence of the Head teacher * Satisfy the aims of the school through the implementation of the policies of the Local Governing Body and Trust * With the Leadership Team, develop an outstanding learning environment and manage the resources to promote and secure the achievement of both students and staff * Work with the whole staff to develop a strong learning environment that has, at its centre, high expectations of learning, work, performance, academic achievement and behaviour * Work with the SLT in setting, nurturing, promoting and maintaining a very high standard of behaviour and mutual respect throughout the school, ensuring that all staff play an active role in the pursuit of these standards Person Specification Essential • Qualified Teacher status - graduate or teachers' certificate * Proven senior leadership experience with a track record in strategic leadership, team management and school improvement * Successful and sustained teaching experience at Key Stages 1 & 2 or 3 & 4, with evidence of strong outcomes * Significant experience of teaching pupils with complex SEND * Demonstrable experience of leading and developing teaching and learning to secure consistently high-quality practice * A strong track record of outstanding classroom practice * Clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection, including experience of carrying out safeguarding responsibilities in line with statutory guidance * Experience of performance management and appraisal, including setting objectives, monitoring progress and supporting professional development * Proven ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour effectively within a leadership role * Ability to model inclusive practice, high expectations, and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners Desirable • Post graduate qualification * NPQH * National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCo) * Proven senior leadership experience within a special school setting * Experience of coaching, mentoring, and developing staff, including early career teachers or middle leaders * Experience of teaching or overseeing a primary or secondary curriculum, particularly within a specialist or all‑through setting To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Abbey School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.