SEMH Primary and Lower KS3 Teacher / Assistant Head Teacher - Dorset / Wiltshire Border

Tes is supporting the appointment of a SEMH Primary and Lower KS3 Teacher / Assistant Head Teacher - Dorset / Wiltshire Border to join a House School based in Shaftesbury (Wiltshire / Dorset Border).

Are you an outstanding SEMH Primary and Lower KS3 Teacher // Assistant Head Teacher with experience of teaching and supporting Primary and Key Stage 3 pupils with Special Educational Needs? Do you have a passion for helping children to overcome barriers to learning and experience of teaching pupils with SEMH, NLD, ADHD and other complex needs? Are you also an inspirational leader and ready to take the next step in your career as an Assistant Head Teacher, shaping provision and driving quality for Primary and Lower KS3 learners?

The school is seeking a dynamic SEMH Primary and Lower KS3 Teacher / Assistant Head Teacher to lead and teach across KS2 and KS3, supported by specialist teachers.

You should be self-motivated with a creative approach to curriculum delivery and have the skills to continuously improve the learning experience for their pupils. You should be a skilled Primary and lower KS3 Teacher with a passion for inclusion and teaching pupils with SEMH challenges. 

As Assistant Head Teacher, you will play a key role within their extended leadership team, supporting the Deputy Head Teacher in the operational leadership of their SEMH provision. You will contribute to the strategic development of the school, model best teaching practices, and support the professional development of colleagues across the team. This role combines leadership with a teaching commitment (there is a reduction of teaching commitment up to 50%). 

Over the last two years the school has been through positive changes and developments, with a new Headteacher, strengthened Senior Leadership Team, and a revised business strategy to support significant growth.

The position of SEMH Primary and Lower KS3 Teacher has been created to support the growth of the school and the needs of their pupils, it is a great opportunity to be part of a team proving the very best possible educational opportunities for their pupils within a nurturing and supportive setting.

Key Leadership responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Head in operational leadership of SEMH provision.
• Develop and implement policies aligned with the School Development Plan.
• Lead curriculum delivery, teaching quality, and EHCP outcomes.
• Manage staff performance, induction, and CPD.
• Support admissions, transitions, and EHCP reviews.
• Deputise for the Deputy Head when required

Their school 

The House School is an independent special school for pupils aged 5–19 with SEMH, ASD, and complex needs, all with EHCPs. They take a therapeutic, relationship-based approach where behaviour is understood as communication. As a SEMH Primary and Lower KS3 Teacher, you will work in an immensely rewarding, although often challenging environment, contributing to supporting the development of social, life and independence skills and truly making a difference in the lives of pupils. 

To truly meet their needs, and set them up for successful adult lives, they think beyond conventional education and meet their broader holistic potential and help to influence the society that they are part of to be more connected, inclusive, and compassionate.

All staff demonstrate compassion, understanding and flexibility in their approach ensuring progression is central to all lessons whilst giving their pupils the confidence to grow as they progress. They believe passionately in supporting and nurturing their pupils as well as aspiring to provide them with outstanding and creative learning opportunities.

If you are ready to shape outstanding SEMH provision through inspiring leadership and creative teaching, they invite you to apply. 

The House School is located at the eastern edge of Shaftesbury. The school enjoys a secluded setting within its grounds (55 acres). What this House School can offer you:  

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Competitive salary: Main and upper pay range (DOE) + SEN Allowance + an additional responsibility allowance of £5834.15.
• Continuous professional development and training.
• Health Care Plan after probation period - claim back costs towards dental check-ups, eye tests, prescription charges and therapies.
• Opportunities for leadership development and contribution to whole-school improvement.
• Access to a free, confidential employee assistance programme. 
• A workplace set in beautiful surroundings.
• Use of leisure facilities (gym and swimming pool) at specific times.
• Highly supportive leadership team, colleagues and working alongside a multi-disciplinary team of other SEN Specialists.
• Class sizes up to 8 pupils.
• The opportunity to play an integral part at the next phase of the schools’ unique journey.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

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Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: MH2206410 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.