Class Teacher for Pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties

Are you a passionate teacher who believes learning should be creative, personalised, multi-sensory and rooted in relationships? Do you have experience working with pupils with severe and complex needs or a genuine passion to develop your expertise in this specialist field? 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 dedicated, reflective and highly nurturing class teachers specialising in severe and complex learning needs to join our outstanding teaching team. You will be skilled in primary and/or secondary teaching and have an appreciation of – or willingness to learn about – the unique communication styles, sensory needs and strengths of pupils with SLD. You will develop and deliver highly personalised, engaging and multi-sensory learning experiences that inspire engagement and progress, working closely with a team of skilled professionals including therapists and experienced support staff. Dove House Academy is a successful and highly regarded special school in Basingstoke, for students with learning difficulties and autism, aged between 11-19. We are proud to be an ‘Outstanding’ school but retain our passion to keep moving forward. As part of Solent Academies Trust, a small trust of special schools, we are a community built on connection, respect, and belonging. Our Relational Culture Charter underpins all aspects of our practice, shaping how we work with both pupils and staff, and ensuring a supportive, collaborative and inclusive environment in which pupils and staff feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. We will provide you with high-quality specialist resources, a comprehensive induction programme, and ongoing CPD tailored to SEND practice. We are committed to your professional growth, with clear and supported pathways for career progression within a supportive and forward-thinking trust. We value our employees