Are you a caring and compassionate person, with a passion for working with neurodiverse young people? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to be part of a team which makes a difference?
If so, Reach South Academy Trust wants to hear from you!
Post: Secondary SEND Teacher
Location: GAIL, Wheatridge East, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 5DF
FTE Salary Range: MPS 1 - UPS 3 + SEN Min; £32,916 - £51,047 + £2,787
Contract Type: Permanent, full time
Contract Hours: 32.5 Hours per week, Monday to Friday
To Find out more about the school please use the following link to view our Applicant Pack -GAIL Applicant Pack
GAIL (Gloucestershire Academy for Inspiration Learners) is a day specialist provider of education in Gloucester for children and young people aged from 5 to 16 years who have a MALD profile.
We are a new school which is opening in January 2027 which will have 80 pupils upon opening in years 1-8 and expanding to 200 pupils by September 2028. At GAIL Academy, we are committed to helping every pupil SHINE. By providing highly personalised learning, strong relationships and a supportive culture, we enable children and young people with Moderate and Additional Learning Difficulties to develop the knowledge, skills and independence they need to thrive now and in the future. We believe every pupil deserves the opportunity to flourish, celebrate success and achieve exceptional outcomes
All about the role:
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated Secondary SEND Teacher to join our growing team at GAIL Academy, a specialist school supporting pupils with Moderate and Additional Learning Difficulties (MALD). GAIL provides an inclusive, nurturing and aspirational learning environment where every pupil is supported to flourish, develop independence and achieve their full potential.
As a class teacher, you will take responsibility for leading and developing your class group, delivering a broad, engaging and personalised curriculum across all subject areas. Depending on the needs of your pupils, you will teach within our Developer, Voyager or Adventurer pathways, adapting learning to meet a wide range of communication, cognition, sensory and developmental needs. Our pathways are designed to support pupils at different stages of learning, from those requiring a highly personalised, semi-formal curriculum to those accessing a curriculum aligned to the National Curriculum with a strong focus on communication, independence and preparation for life beyond school.
You will work closely with families, therapists and other professionals to ensure that every pupil's individual needs are met. Using personalised learning plans and EHCP outcomes, you will create a safe, structured and engaging classroom environment that promotes communication, personal development, confidence, resilience and positive wellbeing.
The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusive education, committed to delivering outstanding teaching for children with SEND, and able to inspire pupils through creative, practical and meaningful learning experiences. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to begin your SEND career or an experienced practitioner seeking a new challenge, GAIL Academy offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people and their families.
About the successful candidate:
Be a passionate and reflective teacher with a strong commitment to inclusive education and achieving the very best outcomes for pupils with Moderate and Additional Learning Difficulties (MALD).
Have the ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet a range of learning, communication and sensory needs, ensuring all pupils can access the curriculum and make progress.
Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills and create a nurturing, structured environment that promotes independence, confidence, wellbeing and positive behaviour for learning.
Work collaboratively with families, pupil coaches, therapists and external professionals to deliver personalised provision and support pupils to achieve their EHCP outcomes and individual learning goals
About the School
Gloucestershire Academy for Inspirational Learning is a specialist school for 200 pupils aged 4-16 opening at the start of 2027, with pupils phasing into the school across three years.
The school’s designation is Moderate and Additional Learning Difficulties (MALD) and will cater for autistic pupils, those with speech and language differences, SEMH and those with learning differences in their cognitive profiles.
The school will be based in the Wheatridge area of Gloucestershire in a brand-new purpose-built building with outstanding facilities specifically tailored for SEND learners.
About the Trust
We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond.
We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting.
These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach. Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive.
Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.
Next Steps
If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at [email protected].
Closing date: for applications is 13th September 2026
Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for week commencing 21st September 2026.
To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form by clicking ‘apply now’ on the advert.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.
Opportunities and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary plus TPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits. We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.
