Job Description

Teaching and Learning Coordinator Advert

Contract: Full-time, permanent commencing January 2026

Salary: Leadership Scale 6-9

Due to the promotion of our previous postholder, we are delighted to offer a rare opportunity to join one of the country's largest special schools, supporting young people with autism. This role would suit an experienced Head of Faculty, Department, House or Key Stage seeking a strategic position with whole-school impact.

Our split-site school is nestled in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and caters for approximately 120 pupils aged 5 to 20. Following our most recent Ofsted inspection in July 2025, the school was graded Outstanding in all areas for the second consecutive time. We have two linked Children's Homes on site, one rated Good and expecting inspection imminently and the other graded as Outstanding.

We set high expectations in everything we do and deeply value flexibility, integrity, hard work, resilience, and a genuine dedication to helping young people reach their full potential. We are seeking a passionate and experienced teacher--regardless of subject specialism--who can lead Teaching and Learning across the school. This pivotal role includes (but is not limited to):

Mentoring colleagues Refining our curriculum offer Developing and leading our CPD programme Overseeing the quality assurance of educational provision Chairing Annual Reviews Collaborating with Subject Leads to drive improvements Supporting Assistant Headteachers to ensure consistently high-quality teaching across both sites Participating in our "Senior on Duty" Rota Some teaching within your area of expertise Moderating of coursework and examinations within assigned subject areas
In return, you'll benefit from exceptional support and training, career development opportunities and a genuine team ethic, where all staff are collaborative and committed to making a real difference every day.

Our broad and flexible curriculum allows us to welcome a range of teaching specialisms. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, which means we recruit from a wide variety of backgrounds and phases. Some teachers work predominantly within their subject area, while others teach a range of subjects across a Key Stage. We therefore welcome applications from experienced colleagues from any curriculum area or phase. We have a strong track record of supporting mainstream teachers transitioning into the rewarding world of special education, as well as those already working in SEN settings. Our focus is on quality-first teaching and developing engaging learning practices tailored to our incredible young people.

We want teachers who love learning, love their subject, and can inspire our students to feel the same. The work is challenging--but deeply rewarding, often in ways that are immeasurable yet profoundly meaningful. Our academic and non-academic outcomes are exceptional, and we are always striving to improve. Our robust CPD programme includes a multi-disciplinary approach to enhancing teaching and learning, supported by our in-house Therapies Team and grounded in research-informed practice. Our dedicated Mental Health Team also provides training and support for staff working with specific needs. Weekly meetings offer valuable time for departmental collaboration and engagement with the latest educational research.

The successful candidate will join a small but experienced teaching team, supported by a large and dedicated Learning Support Worker (LSW) team, and work alongside highly specialised Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists. This whole-team approach is central to the outstanding provision we offer.

If you are an ambitious, reflective educator with a passion for inclusive practice and a desire to shape the future of teaching and learning, we would be thrilled to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to join an outstanding, forward-thinking, supportive team where your expertise will be valued and your impact truly felt. We warmly welcome informal discussions about the role and encourage visits to the school (please see the table below for details of these).

Apply now and help us continue to build a school where every young person is seen, heard, and inspired to thrive.

Please visit

www.senadgroup.com/careers

for more details. Please complete an online application via the website or via the TES. If you have any specific recruitment/HR questions then contact Sharon Harrison, HR Officer on 01629 821410.

Your letter of application should be no more than 2 sides of A4 and should include (as a minimum) the following:
Why do you love the subject(s) that you teach?
What does great teaching and learning look like?
What is your approach to leadership?
What have you seen, read or heard about the school that inspires you?

Application Timeline

Informal discussions regarding the school and the role (via phone or Microsoft Teams).

Please contact Rosie Lee (Head of Education): rosie.lee@senadgroup.com/01629 822586

Visits to the School

Tuesday 16th September 2025 at 16:15

Tuesday 23rd September 2025 at 16:15

Wednesday 1st October 2025 at 14:00

Friday 3rd October 2025 at 12:00

Closing Date for all applications

Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 09:00

Shortlisting of applicants

Informing successful applicants

(via email)

Thursday 9th October 2025

Thursday 9th October 2025

Interview Date

Monday 13th October 2025

The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care. We are also committed to safeguarding those in our care - all successful candidates will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks.

The School is committed to Safer Recruitment Practice.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 58,569.00-63,070.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person