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Overview Waverley Education Foundation (WEF) is a Multi Academy Trust, which operates both Waverley School and Waverley Studio College. WEF has over 1900 students on roll across the trust. It develops, brokers and delivers a range of services which support learning and leadership & management and improve outcomes for children and young people. Waverley School is an all through school for students aged 4-19. It also has a Resource Base for students with cognition and learning difficulties. In its recent Ofsted inspection in September 2021, Waverley School was graded as a 'Good' School. The secondary phase of Waverley School has 1174 students including those in the Sixth Form. We have state of the art facilities for learning, teaching and training and a strong staff team that are committed to the learning and development of all our students. Our core values of Humanity, Equality, Aspiration and Respect support our vision to create a learning community where we work together to achieve excellence in everything we do. Pupils have a strong understanding of diversity, respect and tolerance, including for different family lifestyles - Ofsted 2021 The Head of SEND Resource Base role will add capacity to our leadership of the Resource Base across the Secondary phase of the school. Our Resource Base has been incredibly successful in recent years with our students making excellent progress both academically and pastorally. Working closely with the Secondary Assistant Principal for SEND. You will have the opportunity to shape the strategic direction of the Resource Base and provide the very best educational experience for our young people. We believe that this role will appeal to ambitious, talented teacher and middle leader who can bring inspirational leadership for our resource base children and families.

About The Role Required for September 2026 Competitive Salary 3-bed family accommodation is available This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the Wider Leadership Team of one of the leading state boarding schools in England, where competitive sport is promoted as a key component in building self-esteem, school ethos and academic excellence. The School is seeking to appoint an innovative and ambitious leader to oversee our extensive and vibrant sports programme. This is a significant senior appointment for the School. In recent years the sports programme has grown considerably, and we have completed the development of our Sports Hub, including a new sports hall, a fitness suite and a second all weather pitch. Developing girls' sport, particularly within cricket and rugby, is a key area of growth. The person appointed will be principally responsible for the leadership of the School's sports provision; however, the role will involve opportunities for whole school strategic input. The position would best suit an existing Director of Sport or Assistant Director of Sport seeking the next challenge. See attached candidate booklet for further detail and click here to read our latest Co Curricular Guide. Closing date for applications: Sunday 8 March 2026 at midnight First Interviews (by phone): Tuesday 10 March 2026 Interviews: Tuesday 17 March 2026 Tours of the School Tours of the school are available at the following times and last for 45 minutes: 4:00 pm on Wednesday 25 February 10:00 am on Saturday 28 February 11:00 am on Saturday 28 February 4:00 pm on Wednesday 4 March 10:00 am on Saturday 7 March 11:00 am on Saturday 7 March Please email Jacqui George at to book a tour. About Us Set in a beautiful 50 acre Surrey site, the School enjoys excellent facilities and an aspirational learning environment. Recognised by HM Chief Inspector of Schools as one of England's finest non selective schools, Gordon's has circa 980 students including 270 residential boarders and a thriving sixth form. In 2025, the percentage of students achieving five or more GCSE grades 9 4, including English and mathematics, was 91%. The A C pass rate at A Level was 87%, with 70% of the grades A B. Massively oversubscribed, Gordon's size ensures that every student is well known and nurtured as an individual. The School has a very strong emphasis on academic standards, self discipline and traditional values and aims to be much more than just outstanding examination results, providing abundant opportunities outside the classroom and exceptional pastoral care. "Gordon's is an outstanding school in every respect." OFSTED Gordon's is a State Boarding and Day School and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check and online search. Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received, therefore, interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline. Before attending an interview, please carefully consider whether the role is suitable for you in terms of personal circumstances, such as commute length, relocation feasibility, and other logistical factors. This helps ensure that the process is a productive use of time for you and us.