Behaviour Teacher

Teacher – Behaviour Focus (Primary School Setting)
Bournemouth
Full-Time | Permanent
QTS Required

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bournemouth is seeking a dedicated and resilient teacher to join its team, with a key focus on supporting pupils with behavioural needs.

This school caters for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs with a high percentage of students being on the Autistic Spectrum. The school centres on helping young children develop positive behaviours for learning, emotional regulation and strong foundations for future success. While this is a primary school position, the school is open to considering both primary and secondary trained teachers who can confidently adapt their practice to meet the needs of younger pupils.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons within a primary school environment
• Provide targeted support for pupils with behavioural needs
• Implement consistent and effective behaviour management strategies
• Foster positive relationships that support emotional and social development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
• Is passionate about working within a primary setting
• Has experience supporting pupils with behavioural challenges (mainstream or specialist)
• Can adapt teaching approaches to suit a range of primary-aged learners
• Demonstrates calm, consistent and restorative practice

The School Offers:

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
• A strong focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, caring staff community
• The opportunity to make a significant impact at an early stage in children’s education

This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a primary school where early intervention and positive relationships truly matter. If you are a committed teacher—whether primary or secondary trained—who is motivated to support young learners in developing positive behaviours and achieving their potential, we would love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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