Job Description

Employer
de Stafford School
Location
Caterham, Surrey
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
GLF MPR/UPR
Posted
12th December 2025
Expires
4th January 2026 11:59 PM
Start Date
13th April 2026
Job ID
1523918
Job Reference
DES004


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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? de Stafford School is seeking a dedicated and experienced SENCO to join our team on a permanent basis.

Your Opportunity

Working in close partnership with our leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of SEND provision across the whole school, ensuring every child has the support they need to thrive. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic professional who combines exceptional organisational skills with the ability to teach and inspire students with diverse learning needs.

What we are looking for:

Qualified Teacher Evidence of, or willingness to undertake the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination The desire and ability to create a safe and nurturing learning experience for all children A sound understanding of the SEN code of practice Experience of working across the age range in schools Ability to plan for a range of needs combined with a clear view of the next steps in a pupils learning

Why work at de Stafford School:

An environment where peers and Line Managers offer exceptional support for and emphasise staff well-being Exceptional opportunities for development An opportunity to work collaboratively across the wider GLF MAT Recognition of previous school continuous service Onsite parking and other staff benefits

Join the GLF Schools Community:

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.


A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer:

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish


Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details:

Start date: Easter 2026


Pay Scale: GLF MPR to UPR


Contract Type: Permanent, full time


Closing date: 4th January 2026




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.