24 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    31 January 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    6 January 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Working pattern

Full time: 32.5 hours a week

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916 to £51,048 + £2,787 SEN 1 Allowance = £35,703 to £53,835 Per year

What skills and experience we're looking for

Required for Summer Term 2026 or sooner - Number on roll – 32 – Full time 1.0 FTE - PermanentAre you a passionate, creative, and inspiring qualified teacher who believes every child deserves to thrive? Holy Brook School is seeking an exceptional teacher to join our dedicated team, working with pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).At HolyBrook School, we are committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment where every pupil is supported to reach their full potential.Our pupils present a range of complex needs, and we are looking for a teacher who can bring learning to life, build strong relationships, and make a genuine difference every day.About the role:

  • Teaching and supporting pupils with a variety of SEN, including communication, social, emotional, and learning needs
  • Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs
  • Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, families, and external professionals
  • Creating a safe, positive, and structured learning environment that promotes independence and confidence

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Has experience of, or a strong interest in, working with Primary SEN pupils
  • Is patient, resilient, and adaptable, with a calm and nurturing approach
  • Is reflective, enthusiastic, and committed to ongoing professional development
  • Believes in inclusive education and has high aspirations for all learners

What the school offers its staff

In return, we offer:

  • A supportive and welcoming staff team
  • Excellent professional development and training opportunities
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ lives every day
  • A school culture that values wellbeing, teamwork, and innovation

If you are an inspiring teacher who is motivated by helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and succeed, we would love to hear from you.To apply please contact Holy Brook School for an application pack and further details via0118 937 5489 oradmin@holybrook.reading.sch.ukor visit:www.holybrook.reading.sch.ukClosing date: 31/01/2026Shortlisting Date: 02/02/2026Interview Dates: TBC

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

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About The Holy Brook School

School type
Special school, ages 5 to 11
School size
29 pupils enrolled
Age range
5 to 11
Ofsted report
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Arranging a visit to The Holy Brook School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@holybrook.reading.sch.uk.

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