Job Introduction
The Oaks CE Learning Federation is looking for a motivated and dynamic person to join our team. To work three days a week as the Inclusion Lead, this includes supporting children with special educational needs, disadvantaged children, and pupil premium children across the Federation schools. The remaining 2 days will be teaching KS 1, (Year 1 and Year 2 mix) at Copythorne CE Infant School.
Our Federation consists of three small schools, with teachers working with colleagues in parallel year groups across the Federation to embed a shared curriculum.
The successful candidate will have leadership experience and ambitious drive to ensure that the strategic leadership of SEN continues to grow and flourish.
We are looking for an individual who is:
- Is passionate and enthusiastic about teaching children and preparing them for lifelong learning
- Is nurturing, patient, resilient and can uphold the school’s vision and values
- Has high expectations and a secure understanding of children’s behaviours
- Is confident and experienced in supporting children across the Federation Schools
- Has excellent organisational and time management skills
- Has excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with parents, teachers, pupils and professionals
- Holds themselves to and models high professional standards
- Models an efficient and effective work ethic
- Is able to monitor, track and analyse progress and data to measure impact of provision and outcomes
- Holds QTS, NASENCO/NPQSEN or willing to study for this qualification
- Has an up-to-date understanding of statutory SEN documentation and guidance
- Is able to contribute in both a strategic and operational capacity to support teachers and work alongside SLT and governors.
We can offer you:
- A welcoming, supportive, dedicated, hardworking and talented staff team
- A genuine commitment to raising standards for learning and closing the gap for SEN and/or educationally disadvantaged children
- Investment in your continued professional development and learning
- Full induction package, access to a range of professional training courses available to Hampshire employees
Visits to the school are very welcome, and Mrs Mary Flynn, the Interim Executive Head teacher is happy to show you round should you wish to visit.
If you would like to arrange a visit to the school or to receive an application pack, please contact the Finance Officer Jo Instrall jo.instrall@lyndhurst.hants.sch.uk
Interviews are planned for: Wednesday 3rd December 2025
https://www.oakslearningfederation.co.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
