Teacher

Senad Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing school for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in East Midlands seeks a qualified teacher to lead a class of up to 5 children. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience working with SEND and a passion for improving outcomes. The position offers a supportive staff environment focused on kindness and creativity, with a salary on the Main/Upper Pay Scale plus an additional SEN point.

Benefits

Welcoming staff team

Culture of creativity, care, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children with SEND.
• Ability to lead a class of up to 5 children.
• Experience with individualised curriculum pathways.

Responsibilities

• Lead a class of students with SEND.
• Communicate and collaborate with Teaching Assistants/RSWs.
• Engage children through creative and personalised learning.

Skills

Flexibility

Integrity

Resilience

Passion for improving outcomes for children with SEND

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

• Salary: Main/Upper Pay Scale - PLUS an additional SEN point

Maple View School opened on 1st June 2020 and has recently been recognised as Outstanding in all areas. We are a small, nurturing school with capacity for just 18 children, including 7 residential placements, aged 6–16. Our pupils present with a range of needs, including Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties and Disabilities, Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties, and associated behavioural needs.

We are now seeking an additional qualified teacher with at least 2 years’ experience of working with children with SEND. The successful candidate will lead a class of up to 5 children, supported by Teaching Assistants/RSWs, as well as on-site SaLT and OT provision.

At Maple View, our values of Kindness, Bravery and Independence are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to build children’s confidence and independence through creative, engaging and personalised learning. Creating a community where our children feel safe, valued and supported is central to our ethos.

Our children follow individualised curriculum pathways—either semi-formal or formal —always focused on EHCP outcomes and preparation for life beyond Maple View. A typical day would include literacy, numeracy and PSHE, horticulture, small animal care, cooking, Outdoor School and community-based activities. Music, yoga start our day to support well-being and engagement.

We are looking for a teacher who brings flexibility, integrity, resilience, and a genuine passion for improving outcomes for children with SEND. In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• A culture of creativity, care and inclusion

If this sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact:
Theresa Mills, Headteacher – 01332 404 888 or email [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 10 th October 2025

Interview date: Monday 20 th October – you will need to be available for the whole day

Maple View School and The SENAD Group is committed to safeguarding those in our care – the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks including online searches.

The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.

Maple View School, 305A Prince Charles Avenue, Mackworth, Derby DE22 4LL

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