Primary Teacher

Primary Teacher

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2026

SEN Primary Teacher

Are you dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential?
If you’re enthusiastic about teaching children with special educational needs, we’d love to hear from you!

A SEN/PRU Specialist Primary School in Bournemouth is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join their team.

The Role:

You will be responsible for planning and delivering excellent mixed curriculum lessons to Primary School children ages 5-11 years old, with various SEN needs such as:

• ADHD
• ADD
• ASD
• CD
• MLD
• OCD
• ODD
• SEMH
• Speech and Language Difficulties
• Other behavioural needs

The role calls for a proactive and imaginative approach to designing curriculum experiences that inspire pupils to learn beyond the classroom. It aims to broaden cultural capital and create memorable opportunities that support their development into adulthood. In addition, the successful candidate will lead a class of up to eight pupils, fostering a positive learning environment and delivering a high-quality curriculum tailored to their needs.

Who We Are Looking For:

• PGCE / QTS / Fully Qualified Teacher status
• Applicant must be comfortable working in a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)
• SEMH / SEND experience
• Able to collaborate with other teachers and support staff
• Excellent communication skills
• Understanding of positive behaviour support strategies
• Able to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and safely

Working Hours/Benefits:

• Full Time, Term Time only
• Holiday Pay
• Monday and Tuesday = 08:30 – 16:00
• Wednesday and Thursday = 08:30 – 15:15
• Friday = 08:30 – 15:00
• Access to CPD training
• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff
• Strong potential for career progression

If you share the school’s commitment to preparing pupils for a safe, happy and productive adult life, as well as having amazing commitment to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare - get in touch today!

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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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