Early Years SEND teacher
Norman Gate School, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1JZ13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
29 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
16 June 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): Full time would be preferred but part time would be considered for the right candidate.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 to M6 (UPS considered for the right candidate)
Additional allowances
Plus SEND 1 - £2787
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you ready to make a lasting difference in the earliest stages of a child’s learning journey?
We are seeking a passionate, creative and dedicated Early Years / Nursery Teacher to join our fantastic team at Norman Gate School. Norman Gate is a supportive and inclusive SEND primary and nursery provision where no two days are the same and every small step is celebrated.
Our Early Years provision focuses on giving children the very best start, building strong foundations for communication, independence and early learning through a nurturing, play-based approach. We support children with a wide range of additional needs, including moderate to severe learning difficulties, communication and language needs, autism and ADHD.
Working in small classes (up to 12 pupils) alongside a skilled and supportive team, you will play a key role in creating a safe, engaging and stimulating environment where children can explore, develop confidence, and thrive at their own pace.
Our core values –Teamwork, Positivity, Respect, Independence, Curiosity and Courage– underpin everything we do. We are looking for an inspirational practitioner who not only shares these values, but brings warmth, creativity and enthusiasm to early learning every day.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Deliver engaging, high-quality early years practice rooted in play and exploration
- Establish and embed consistent routines and clear, supportive boundaries that help children feel safe, secure and ready to learn
- Create a nurturing environment that supports communication and social development
- Adapt learning experiences to meet the individual needs and developmental stages of children with SEND
- Build strong, trusting relationships with young children, families, colleagues and external professionals
- Inspire curiosity and independence through creative, child-centred learning opportunities
- Demonstrate patience, resilience and a reflective approach to continuously improving practice
We are looking for someone to join our team in September.
We would love to hear from teachers with experience in Early Years and/or special education, but we also warmly welcome applications from practitioners who are passionate about early development and eager to work within a SEND setting.
Full-time or part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate.
If you’re ready to help our youngest learners grow in confidence, communication and independence, and want to be part of something truly special, we would be delighted to receive your application.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
- A welcoming, well-resourced nursery environment with a strong sense of belonging
- Supportive, experienced colleagues who work closely as a team
- A strong commitment to your professional development and wellbeing
- A highly rewarding role where you will make a meaningful difference every day
- PPA time that can be taken at home (typically allocated as a whole day, fortnightly
Further information about the job
How to apply: Apply by completing the teacher application form (attached) and submit online or email to: Tracey.Grace@normangate.hants.sch.uk
School visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting our admin office at 01264 323423 or adminoffice@normangate.hants.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Norman Gate School
- School type
- Special school, ages 2 to 11
- School size
- 108 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Norman Gate School website
- Email address
- l.collins@normangate.hants.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01264323423
About Norman Gate School
Norman Gate is a nurturing and inclusive special school located in Andover, Hampshire, catering for children aged 2 years 9 months to 11 years with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and a range of additional needs. We are proud to offer a highly supportive learning environment where pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
The school currently has 110 children on roll, grouped into small classes of approximately 10–12 pupils, each led by a teacher and supported by two or three Learning Support Assistants. This structure allows us to provide individualised and focused learning experiences, tailored to each child’s unique strengths and challenges.
At Norman Gate, we are passionate about delivering a broad and engaging curriculum that supports the development of key skills, independence, and confidence. We believe in purposeful, creative teaching that helps every child reach their full potential.
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking school community that values professional development and a shared commitment to inclusive education.
Arranging a visit to Norman Gate School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.collins@normangate.hants.sch.uk.
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