Primary Teacher

Primary Teacher – Dorchester
KS1 & KS2 | SEN Friendly | Flexible Travel | Immediate & Ongoing Opportunities

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Dorchester who are seeking a confident and adaptable Primary Teacher to join their teaching pool. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator who enjoys variety and is comfortable teaching across KS1 and KS2, with the added flexibility to support pupils with SEN when required.

Whether you’re looking for short-term cover, longer-term placements, or consistent weekly work, we can offer roles that suit your preferences and availability.

Position Details:

• Role: Primary Teacher
• Location: Dorchester + surrounding areas
• Year Groups: KS1 & KS2
• Start Date: Immediate and rolling opportunities
• Contract: Full-time, part-time, short-term or long-term
• Pay: Competitive, paid weekly via PAYE (paid to scale for long-term roles)

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Confident teaching across both KS1 and KS2
• A positive and adaptable approach to supporting different school settings
• Willingness to work with SEN pupils when required
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills
• Happy to travel between local schools (driving preferable)

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Paid weekly via PAYE – no umbrella fees
• Paid to scale when undertaking long-term teaching responsibilities
• A dedicated consultant offering continual support and guidance
• Access to a wide variety of primary schools in the Dorchester area
• Free and subsidised CPD opportunities to enhance your teaching practice
• Flexibility to choose roles that align with your availability and strengths

If you’re an enthusiastic Primary Teacher seeking rewarding and varied opportunities in Dorchester, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with the Dorset Primary Team for more information.

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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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