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Are you an outstanding SEMH Key Stage 2 Primary Teacher, with extensive experience of working with teaching and supporting Key Stage 2 / Primary pupils with Special Educational Needs? Do you have a passion for helping children to overcome barriers to learning and experience of teaching pupils with SEMH, NLD, ADHD and other complex needs?
We are seeking a proactive, resourceful, and energetic SEMH Key Stage 2 Primary Teacher to lead and teach a KS2 class, supported by specialist teachers.
You should be self-motivated with a creative approach to curriculum delivery and have the skills to continuously improve the learning experience for our pupils. You should have experience of teaching and working with young people with SEMH challenges, understanding what approaches work well and how building positive relationships are key.
The school has had significant growth over the last 3 years, creating further opportunities for pupils to thrive and succeed.
The position of SEMH Key Stage 2 Primary Teacher is a great opportunity to be part of a team providing the very best possible educational opportunities for our pupils within a nurturing and supportive setting.
Our school
Coombe House School is an independent special school for pupils aged 5–19 with SEMH, ASD, and complex needs, all with EHCPs. We take a therapeutic, relationship-based approach where behaviour is understood as communication. As an SEMH Key Stage 2 Primary Teacher you will work in an immensely rewarding, although often challenging environment, contributing to supporting the development of social, life and independence skills and truly making a difference in the lives of pupils.
In order to achieve the best possible outcomes for our pupils we endeavour to take a holistic approach to their education. Very often this will mean thinking beyond the conventional educational experiences. This ensures that pupils are in the best possible position to lead successful adult lives beyond school.
All staff at Coombe House School demonstrate compassion, understanding and flexibility in their approach ensuring progression is central to all lessons whilst giving our pupils the confidence to grow as they progress. We believe passionately in supporting and nurturing our pupils as well as aspiring to provide them with outstanding and creative learning opportunities.
If you are ready to shape outstanding SEMH provision through creative teaching, we invite you to apply. We welcome visits from prospective applicants ahead of the closing date.
Coombe House School is located at the eastern edge of Shaftesbury. The school enjoys a secluded setting within its grounds (55 acres). What Coombe House School can offer you:
1. Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
2. Competitive salary: Main pay range (DOE) + SEN Allowance.
3. Continuous professional development and training.
4. Health Care Plan after probation period - claim back costs towards dental check-ups, eye tests, prescription charges and therapies.
5. Access to a free, confidential employee assistance programme.
6. A workplace set in beautiful surroundings.
7. Use of leisure facilities (gym and swimming pool) at specific times.
8. Highly supportive leadership team, colleagues and working alongside a multi-disciplinary team of other SEN Specialists.
9. Class sizes up to 8 pupils.
10. The opportunity to play an integral part at the next phase of the schools’ unique journey.
Deadline for applications: Monday 9 February 2026
Ongoing interviews (don’t delay in applying).
We will not accept speculative CVs through agencies for this appointment. Direct applications only.
Please see the job description & person specification for further information.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works in our school (and visitors to our school) to share this commitment. We take all safeguarding and welfare concerns seriously and encourage our pupils to talk to us about any worries they may have. We will always act in the best interests of the child. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS.
We will not accept speculative CVs through agencies for this appointment. Direct applications only. Please note we cannot accept applications from overseas candidates and are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.