Trauma-Informed KS2/KS3 Teacher | Small Classes

MyNewTerm; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Competitive salary (DOE) + SEN Allowan

Continuous professional development

Health care plan after probation

Employee assistance programme

Leisure facilities access

Beautiful surroundings

Small class sizes (up to 8)

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

Coombe House School, located on the eastern edge of Shaftesbury, seeks a Generalist KS2/KS3 Teacher to work with small classes (up to 8) of pupils with EHCPs in a specialist provision. The role focuses on inclusive practice, relational strategies and personalised learning in a therapeutic setting.

You will collaborate with therapists and external agencies, plan across KS2/KS3, and support pupils’ academic and social development in a nurturing, protective environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in Key Stage 2 and/or 3.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, ASC and EHCPs.
• Ability to plan, deliver and differentiate an aspirational curriculum across KS2/KS3.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, relationship-based behaviour management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate an aspirational curriculum across KS2/KS3.
• Teach across multiple subjects with adaption for individual needs.
• Create a calm, engaging learning environment where pupils feel safe.
• Track progress and contribute to EHCP-driven targets and reviews.

Skills

KS2/KS3 teaching

SEND experience

Trauma-informed approach

Relationship-based practice

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Experience in SEN / SEMH

Tools

IEP development tools

Job description

Coombe House School, located on the eastern edge of Shaftesbury, seeks a Generalist KS2/KS3 Teacher to work with small classes (up to 8) of pupils with EHCPs in a specialist provision. The role focuses on inclusive practice, relational strategies and personalised learning in a therapeutic setting.

You will collaborate with therapists and external agencies, plan across KS2/KS3, and support pupils’ academic and social development in a nurturing, protective environment.