GCSE Maths Teacher – Trauma-Informed SEN School
Supply to Permanent Opportunity - September Start - Pay £150-£200 per day
We are looking for a passionate and resilient GCSE Maths Teacher to join a specialist trauma-informed SEN school supporting young people with SEMH and additional needs in Dorchester.
This is more than just a teaching role, it’s an opportunity to genuinely change lives through consistency, patience, and relationship-based learning.
The Role:
* Deliver engaging GCSE Maths lessons to small class groups
* Adapt learning to support students with SEMH, trauma backgrounds, and additional needs
* Build positive relationships and become a consistent, trusted adult for pupils
* Work closely with pastoral and support teams to create a safe learning environment
* Support students both academically and emotionally to achieve their potential
What the School is Looking For:
* Calm, approachable, and resilient personality
* Someone who understands behaviour is communication
* Passion for supporting vulnerable young people
* Ability to think outside the box and engage students creatively
* Maths teaching experience (QTS desirable but personality and attitude are key!)
Why This School?
* Trauma-informed and therapeutic approach throughout the school
* Small class sizes and strong support staff ratios
* Supportive leadership team who truly value staff wellbeing
* Opportunity to go permanent if the placement is successful
* A chance to make a real impact every single day
This role is ideal for someone wanting to move away from purely data-driven teaching and into a setting where relationships, trust, and personal growth come first.