Oakwood School
Horley, Surrey
Salary:
TMPS/UPS Fringe plus TLR 2a
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
13 October 2025
Job overview
Oakwood School has the following Teaching Staff vacancy:
Deputy SENDCo / Deputy Head of ALF (Access to Learning Faculty)
Salary: TMPS/UPS Fringe plus TLR 2a
Start Date: January 2026
Are you passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Oakwood School is offering an exciting opportunity for an existing or aspiring professional to join our inclusive community as a Deputy SENDCo from January 2026. Applications are welcome from experienced teachers and suitably experienced non-teaching staff.
The role:
As Deputy SENDCo, you will work collaboratively with our SENDCo and another Deputy SENDCo to ensure the delivery of our Special Educational Needs provision is both effective and compassionate. This position could be an introduction to SEND leadership, making it ideal for individuals seeking to expand their experience in this vital area of education, or it could be an opportunity for a new challenge within your existing Career in Special Educational Needs.
Key responsibilities:
* Support the SENDCos in developing and implementing the school's SEND strategy.
* Assist with the coordination of support for pupils with SEND.
* Contribute to the assessment and monitoring of pupil progress.
* Liaise with teachers, parents, and external agencies to create tailored support plans.
* Help to foster a supportive environment that enables all students to achieve their potential.
* Possibility of working closely with the designated teacher for LAC.
About you:
* A strong commitment to inclusive education and the well-being of students with SEND.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and working as part of a team.
* Relevant experience in education, with a desire to specialise in SEND.
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is desirable but not essential.
In return, we offer:
* A supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and training in SEND.
* Experience in a leadership role within a dynamic SEND department.
* A chance to make a significant impact on the lives of our students.
In addition, we offer:
* Discounted gym membership.
* Supportive wellbeing committee.
* Free on-site parking.
* Electric charging point.
* Close proximity to the mainline station.
* Plentiful staff enrichment activities.
This position is a superb chance for individuals looking to gain experience and develop their skills in special education needs. Join us in making a difference at Oakwood School.
For more information we encourage you to visit the school website. If you would like a tour of the school and informal discussions with relevant staff, please contact us on
How to Apply:
For an application pack, please visit our website or email. Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted.
Please submit your application form and a covering letter explaining your interest in the role and your suitability for it to
Submit your application no later than: Midday Monday 13th October 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 20th October 2025
PLEASE NOTE, INTERVIEWS MAY TAKE PLACE SOONER FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE SO PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
PLEASE ALSO NOTE:
* Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted.
* We are not currently offering sponsorship.
* Oakwood School reserve the right to withdraw this advert should circumstances change.
Oakwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
We foster an inclusive culture that promotes equality of opportunity and values diversity creating an environment where the rights and dignity of all members of our community are respected. We promote a culture that allows staff to grow and flourish, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, age, and all other aspects of diversity and therefore welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to join our team.
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About Oakwood School
Oakwood School
Balcombe Road, Horley
Surrey
RH6 9AE
United Kingdom
Headteacher: Jon Gladstone
Horley is a small town close to Gatwick Airport with very good transport links for the A23 and the mainline rail to London. We are also in easy reach of Brighton (about 40 minutes) and the M25 is about 20 minutes away (if the traffic is clear). Horley is currently undergoing a regeneration project as approximately 2,000 houses are due to be built here over the next three years which will offer the opportunity for further improvement in the educational vision for our children.
Our website, which has been developed to include as much information as possible, has many features which will give you a flavour of Oakwood. You will see we are a very open community which cares very much about the students' progress. To this end, we continue to work hard to ensure that students reach their potential and really enjoy their time at Oakwood.
It is an exciting time for Oakwood as we focus on ensuring we have high quality support for teaching so that our students all make good progress. We are a motivated team of professionals all aiming to 'Achieve Excellence Together' (these words were chosen by the whole school community to show our shared vision).
Relationships are very important to us all and we really care about the students and each other. Therefore, the emphasis on learning extends to everyone within the Oakwood community. Our weekly optional training is designed around needs and we invest in a coaching philosophy and, therefore, we provide many opportunities for leadership development. Should you be successful, you will certainly be welcomed as part of our valued staff.
Oakwood is a large and expanding school of approximately 1600 students. We have split the population into 'Years' which enables the students to be cared for in smaller units. Each student also belongs to a House and we encourage a community ethos. The students are loyal and enjoy the friendly rivalry around House activities. Their personal development is central to the school ethos.
Our priority is to shape our school to fit the students' needs and aspirations, rather than fit students to the school. For this reason we adopt the Pathways Approach where we help students 'Learn to Learn'. Opportunities for elements of vocational pathways exist as well as accelerated progress and Gifted and Talented opportunities.
I do hope that, after reading this information and visiting our website, you will get a 'feel' for the school. If you require further details then please contact us at the school or email
We are proud to be a happy, safe and progressive school. I very much hope you decide to apply and look forward to receiving your application.
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