SEN Teacher - Teacher of Special Needs in Derby

We are looking to appoint SEND Teachers to join Holme Court Derby in October 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced teachers or teachers early in their career to make a real difference working with individuals and small groups of pupils who have additional needs. Holme Court Derby is separate to Derby Grammar School, however will be based on the Derby Grammar School site and will use some of the schools’ facilities.

The role is full time. Starting in October 2026, we are seeking dynamic, inspirational, and highly motivated teachers to join us. You will be enthusiastic, experienced in working with pupils with ASC, SEMH and associated conditions such as sensory processing, developmental language disorder and developmental coordination disorder, and well qualified with a good understanding of SEND needs.

At Holme Court Derby, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing, therapeutic learning environment where every child feels safe, understood, and valued. As an independent specialist school for pupils aged 7–16, we support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs through a highly individualised, needs-led approach to education.

We recognise that every child is unique and that no two pupils present in the same way. Rather than focusing solely on labels or diagnoses, we tailor our provision to each pupil’s strengths, interests, aspirations, and barriers to learning. Through personalised learning pathways, structured and supportive routines, and the expertise of our skilled multidisciplinary team, we empower pupils to develop confidence, resilience, emotional regulation, and independence while making meaningful academic, social, and personal progress.

Our warm and inclusive school community celebrates individuality and promotes a culture of acceptance, respect, and belonging. We place strong emphasis on building positive relationships, supporting emotional wellbeing, and creating opportunities for success both inside and outside the classroom. By maintaining high aspirations for every learner, we encourage pupils to develop the skills, self-belief, and resilience they need to thrive in education and beyond.

Holme Court Derby will provide a safe, supportive, and aspirational specialist setting where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential and prepare for a positive and fulfilling future.

The successful candidate will plan and deliver a tailored curriculum to pupils aged 7 – 16 with a range of learning and communication needs.

We are looking for teachers who can:

• Under the direction of the Head, carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School policies.
• Teach in accordance with the ethos, organisation and policies of the school as a fully committed member of the teaching team and as detailed in the specific duties and core standards.
• Provide a high-quality education service for our students in accordance with policies, procedures and practices and the standards set.
• As an SEN Teacher, you will be responsible for teaching a generalised curriculum with an emphasis on the development of life skills including self-help, communication and self-regulation. All work will be adapted and personalised in accordance with students' individual EHC plans.

We are looking to appoint teachers who can demonstrate the following:

• To have an awareness of Autism or to have a willingness to learn about Autism and other learning needs, and to consistently apply this to teaching and learning.
• Experience in teaching pupils with ASC and a range of comorbid conditions in either a mainstream or special school setting.
• To hold a nationally recognised qualification in understanding/ supporting learners with ASC and SEMH and/or be willing to undertake additional training /qualifications as required.
• To plan, deliver and teach individual students or small groups, in accordance with the students' individual EHCPs, the School’s Curriculum framework and related policies.
• To plan, adapt and personalise a multi-sensory curriculum for pupils.
• To contribute to and help implement developments that relate to the School Development Plan.
• To promote, in line with Company policies, the physical, educational and moral development of the students.
• To contribute to the development and implementation of an environment and programme of learning for the individual student to ensure progression at an appropriate and satisfactory rate.

Interested candidates should send an application as soon as possible. Application forms are available online. The review of applications will begin as soon as applications are received. Holme Court Derby is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).