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Excellent Teacher Opportunity: Special Needs School (Shaftesbury Victoria School)
Exceptional People Deserve Exceptional Staff
About Shaftesbury Statement
Shaftesbury is a disability charity offering:
- Care services
- Education provision
- Vocational support
- Rehabilitation services
Their education sector includes:
- Shaftesbury Victoria School for students aged 3–19
- Shaftesbury Millie College and Shaftesbury Nash College for students aged 16–25
All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and some also have profound and complex learning needs.
About The Role
We are applying a Teacher to support our exceptional students in their learning and development.
This is a rede秩 listing—the right candidate may be considered for a Teacher Leadership Role (TLR) subject to interview.
You will:
- Lead a dedicated class, designing and delivering personalised instruction
- Collaborate with teaching assistants, therapists, and specialists
- Embed a love of learning while prioritising student wellbeing and independence
- Work flexibly within the ASC and EYFS curriculums
An ideal candidate will possess: ✔️ Empathy, resilience, and enthusiasm for inclusive education ✔️ A behaviour-positive approach with strong relational skills ✔️ Adaptability and energy to inspire progress in diverse learners
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Key Responsibilities
- Classroom Leadership: Plan, assess, and adapt individualised lesson plans tailored to each student
- Progress Tracking: Accurately record and congrat changes in ability, communication, and independence
- Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with therapists, nurses, and carers to enhance development
- Positive Environment: Safeguard students’ emotional well-being yielding an enabling, constructive space
- Family Communication: Support partners at home while earning trust through open exchanges
- School Development: Engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD), policy updates, and team events
- School Values: Uphold Shaftesbury’s mission of inclusion: dignity, belonging, and genuine achievement
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- ✅ Qualified Teacher (QTS) status – mandatory
- 🔹 SEN/EAL specialist qualification (Child Research, Award, or Masters-level training appreciated)
- 🔹 Experience of supporting young people with ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) (desirable)
Why Join Shaftesbury?
Meet a s student with meaningful impact, every day, through: 💡 A team of committed colleagues supporting one another 🏆 The direct reward of behavioural shifts and milestones in different domains 📚 On-going training to enhance professional growth 📍 Collaborative environment in a unique offering: special needs impact driven in small family-like schools
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Recruitment Process
- Applications: Contact VECHR@victoria.poole.sch.uk for a copy of the form
- Closing Date: 31st July 2026 (12:00 PM sharp)
- Interviews: Starts from 10th July 2026 (date may vary); early applications encouraged
- Notes on Visa Sponsorship: This role cannot be sponsored for visa holders.
Safeguarding Commitment
- The post holder will undergo enhanced DBS checks under special school recruitment requirements.
- Shaftesbury requires all staff to be actively engaged with safeguarding practices.
- The school endorses a rigorous enant recruitment process.
Equality and Diversity
We firmly advertise a luxuri sum, equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.
Your four must reflect our inclusive ideals, ensuring every person—learner, colleague, or visitor—feels welcome and valued.
Note: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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