SEN Teacher – Science/Maths Specialism

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

Are you a passionate teacher with a specialism in Science or Maths who wants to make a real difference to the lives of young people?

Ryefields is a purpose-built age 5 to 19 school in Derby, dedicated to providing exceptional education for children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our mission is to create a safe, nurturing and ambitious environment where every child can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative teacher to join our growing team and help shape an ambitious, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled teacher with a specialism in Science or Maths who can inspire curiosity, build confidence and support pupils to achieve their potential.

While your subject expertise will be an important part of the role, you will also be expected to teach across the wider curriculum. We are therefore looking for someone who is flexible, creative and committed to delivering engaging, high-quality teaching that meets the diverse needs of our pupils.

You will adapt learning to individual needs, build positive relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to promote academic progress, independence and emotional wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

· QTS/QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification, as applicable.

· A specialism in Science or Maths, with a willingness to teach across the wider curriculum.

· A commitment to high expectations, inclusive teaching and pupil achievement.

· An interest in, or experience of, supporting pupils with ASC and SEMH needs.

· A flexible approach, strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.

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

Why Join Ryefields?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing school, contribute to its curriculum and ethos, and make a lasting difference to pupils' lives. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to helping every young person achieve meaningful progress and prepare for a successful future.

How to Apply

We warmly invite you to visit the school for a tour and an informal conversation with the Headteacher to discover more about this opportunity.

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 Emma in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Emma.Mckay@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.