SEN Teacher (Complex Needs & Autism)

Prospero Teaching; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking passionate SEN Teachers for a specialist provision in Bournemouth, focusing on children with Autism and Complex Needs. The role involves creating a nurturing environment and delivering personalized education to help students prepare for their future. Applicants should have QTS or QTLS and experience with SEND. Opportunities for career development and support are provided within a collaborative team.

Benefits

Free accredited CPD courses

Access to expert Training and Development Team

Supportive, specialist school environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher with experience in SEND.
• Strong understanding of KS4 curriculum.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a personalized curriculum focused on functional skills.
• Support pupils in preparation for adulthood.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Understanding of Autism

Communication Needs

Education

QTS or QTLS

Tools

PECS

Makaton

TEACCH

Job description

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SEN Teacher (Autism & Complex Needs)

Prospero Teaching is proud to be working in partnership with a highly regarded specialist SEN School Trust based in Dorset, recruiting passionate and dedicated SEN Teachers to join their team from September 2025 or earlier for the right candidate.

About the School:
This specialist provision supports children and young people aged 3-16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Complex Needs, offering a nurturing, therapeutic, and aspirational learning environment. The school is deeply committed to helping every pupil achieve success and independence beyond the classroom.

About the Role:
As an SEN Teacher, you will deliver a personalised curriculum focused on functional skills, independence, and social confidence, supporting pupils in their preparation for adulthood, further education, employment, or apprenticeships. You'll work alongside a skilled team of teaching assistants, therapists, and multi-agency partners to create a classroom that is both supportive and goal-driven.

Contract:

• Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
• Position: SEN Teacher
• Start Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)
• Contract: Permanent (or long-term supply with permanent potential)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 4:30pm
• Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified Teachers with SEN, Primary or Secondary
• Professionals with a solid understanding of Autism, communication needs, and EHCP-led planning
• Candidates familiar with PECS, Makaton, TEACCH, or other relevant approaches
• Individuals passionate about preparing young people for life after school

Requirements:

• QTS or QTLS
• Experience working with children/young people with SEND, especially ASC and complex needs
• Strong understanding of KS4 curriculum and transition planning
• Up-to-date Safeguarding Training (within the last year)
• Enhanced Child DBS (on the Update Service or willing to apply)
• Two professional, child-related references

What We Offer:

• Free, accredited CPD courses
• Access to Prosperos expert Training and Development Team
• A supportive, specialist school environment with an experienced and collaborative SEN team

If you're a motivated SEN Teacher ready to help young people take their next steps into adulthood, wed love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your up-to-date CV. Please note: only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest!

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