Portsmouth City Council
Pupil Progress Lead - Dove House Academy
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In Partnership with the parents and the community, our aim is to make a positive difference to the lives of all the pupils in the school. ‘’Making a Difference’’
Pupil Progress Lead
Permanent
Main Payscale + SEN Allowance + TLR2a
Are you a passionate teacher who believes learning should be exciting, inclusive and meaningful? Do you believe every child deserves to be understood, supported and empowered to succeed – no matter their starting point? If so, we would love to hear from you. We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing SEN Teacher who is ready to progress into a wider leader role, to join our outstanding teaching team.
Dove House is a popular, successful, and highly regarded school in Basingstoke, for students with severe learning difficulties and autism, aged between 11-19. We are proud to be an ‘Outstanding’ school but retain our passion to keep moving forward.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate teacher, skilled in Primary and/or Secondary teaching, who understand the unique challenges and incredible strength of children with diverse learning needs. You will lead on pupil progress with responsibility for Maths, Science and IT. You will develop and deliver tailored curriculum plans that inspire engagement and progress, working closely with a team of skilled professionals. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a setting where small steps are celebrated, individuality is valued, and relationships come first.
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We welcome applications from mainstream primary and secondary colleagues as well as those already working in the specialist sector, including MLD, SLD and SEMH.
At Solent Academies Trust, we are proud to be a community built on connection, respect, and belonging. Our Relational Culture Charter guides us to work together and support each other through:
- Valuing Difference
- Effective Communication
- High Challenge & High Support to Empower
- Respect for All
- Solution-Focused Approaches
We believe that when relationship thrive, people thrive – and so do the children and young people we serve.
We will provide you with superb resources, excellent staff induction, and training. A commitment to continuing professional development, as well as opportunities for career progressions within a happy and supportive community. We value our employees and as part of our pay structure we pay a SEN Allowance, which increases in value after 3 and 5 years of service.
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For more details, please visit our jobs board: Dove House Academy | SAMpeople Recruit
If you have any questions, please email talent@solentacademiestrust.info.
Closing date for applications is Thursday 5th November 2026, 9am
Interviews will be held on Friday 13th November 2026
Solent Academies Trust welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or religion. Only applications submitted on the academy’s application form will be accepted Solent Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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