SEND Primary Teacher

Authentic Education; Poole; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership

Staff CPD

Career progression

Wellbeing programme

EAP (counselling)

Job summary

Authentic Education Group Limited is seeking a SEND Primary Teacher for Longspee Academy in Poole. This permanent, full-time role is open to internal applicants only and focuses on delivering high-quality education for pupils with autism and SEMH.

The successful candidate will have SEND teaching experience across KS1-KS2, a solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners. Early Career Teachers are welcome.

Qualifications

• SEND teaching experience across KS1-KS2
• Solid understanding of SEND Code of Practice
• Early Career Teachers welcome

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality SEND education for pupils with autism and SEMH
• Improve teaching and learning for vulnerable learners
• Collaborate with SEN team and broader school staff
• Follow SEND policy and safeguarding procedures

Job description

SEND Primary Teacher at Longspee Academy

This vacancy is only available to internal candidates who are currently employed at Authentic Education Group Limited. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed at this organisation as your application will not be considered.

4 Days Remaining

4 Days Remaining
Internal Applicants ONLY
Job Reference #: EDV/2026/LA/21409
Job Category

• Teaching & Lecturing
• Special Education

Location
Learoyd Road, Canford Heath, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8PJ

Contract Type
Permanent

Contract Term
Full-Time

Salary
£34,823.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date
Midnight, Sun 25th Oct, 2026

Start Date
1st January 2026

Positions Available
1

Interview Date(s)
TBC

About this Role

Longspee Academy is a Specialist Provision for young people KS1 - KS2 with Autism and SEMH and associated needs. We offer a rich and high-quality learning experience for our pupils, with a relentless and positive focus upon Happy, Safe, Progress.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, inspiring and outstanding practitioner who is looking for a rewarding role which is totally focused on improving outcomes for vulnerable learners. We are looking for candidates who are passionate and ambitious with a drive and commitment to improve the life chances of our young people. You will have an exceptional and creative approach to improving the teaching and learning in a way that benefits all children.

As part of the Longspee team, the ideal candidate would have SEND teaching experience, preferably across the Key Stages, and a solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice. We also welcome applications from Early Career Teachers.

What We Have to Offer:

• A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
• A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education.
• All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.
• Strong potential for career progression.
• A culture that respects work-life balance and an ongoing commitment to wellbeing with a dedicated Wellbeing Champion.
• An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.
• Staff benefits include free eye testing for DSE users through Specsavers, free will writing through Dunham McCarthy Solicitors and reduced price corporate gym membership through BH Live.
• A competitive pension through Teachers' Pensions or The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.

Should you wish to arrange a visit or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Katie Herbert, HR Academy Lead at [email protected]

Authentic Education Group (AEG) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AEG secures outstanding achievement and improved life chances of all our pupils. All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offering excellent CPD opportunities.

Please note we DO NOT accept applications by CV and are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Authentic Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant's background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an online search.