SEN Teacher

Teacher Vacancy

Overview and Responsibilities

Join the Team at Ryefields: A New Special School in Derby!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the passion and skills to inspire and support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, this is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary!

🌟 Position:  Teacher

📍 Location: Aurora Ryefields School, Derby
🕒 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
📅 Start Date: September 2026 

💰 Salary: MPS1 to UPS

Close date:  Wednesday 15th April

About Ryefields

Ryefields is a brand-new, purpose-built age 4 to 19 school in Derby, dedicated to providing exceptional education for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional, and associated SEMH needs. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are an academic school with high expectations, committed to ensuring that all students leave us with GCSE qualifications that open doors to future success

As our school continues to grow and expand its site, we are delighted to share the next phase of our development and the exciting opportunities this brings for future pupil enrolment.  This is an exciting chance to join our founding team and play a pivotal role in shaping the ethos and success of Ryefields.

The Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and skilled teachers (in both primary and secondary) who are passionate about working with children. This is a truly rewarding opportunity where your work will be valued, your impact will be visible, and you will see firsthand the incredible success that can be achieved in education.

In this role, you will:

Deliver a tailored curriculum that meets the unique needs of each student, enabling them to thrive.
Use creative and engaging teaching methods to ignite curiosity, inspire learning, and support meaningful progress.
Work collaboratively with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, including therapists and support staff, to provide holistic care and education.
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that builds confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging.

Monitor, assess, and celebrate student progress, adapting your approach to ensure every child experiences success

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified teacher with [QTS/QTLS or equivalent qualification].

• Experience or a strong interest in working with children with ASC and SEMH needs.

• A flexible and creative approach to teaching and learning.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What Ryefields Offers

• A rare opportunity to help shape a brand-new school.

• A supportive and collaborative team that values your expertise and ideas.

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities designed specifically for children with ASC and SEMH needs.

• Comprehensive professional development, including specialized training in SEND.

• The satisfaction of knowing your work has a profound and lasting impact on young lives.

• Set and consistent working hours of 8-4.30pm (All students leave site at 3pm) + Lesson preparation time during the school day.

• A fully resourced curriculum

• No lunchtime duties (you get a break in the day!).

• Perkbox Discounts – save on groceries, dining, gym memberships & more.

• Wagestream App – access part of your pay early.

• Enhanced Annual Leave, Pension & Sick Pay.

• 24/7 GP Access for you and your household.

• Health Cash Plan – cover dental and optical costs.

• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential wellbeing support.

• Refer a Friend Bonus – earn £1,000.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to join us on this exciting journey, our school’s values align with your own ethos, we warmly invite you to come for a tour and a conversation with the Headteacher, we’d love to hear from you!

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details and a personal statement that will make us really keen to speak to you.  If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Karen in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Karen.Barnfield@theauroragroup.co.uk  

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. 

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. 

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. 

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.  

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search. 

Be part of something special. Help us create a school where every child and staff member is supported, valued, and inspired to succeed!