Animal Care Teacher – Dorchester
Full-Time – Maternity Cover – Starting Jan 2026
A dynamic and growing land-based secondary school in Dorchester is seeking a dedicated Animal Care Teacher to join their team on a full-time maternity cover contract from January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to support learners who are passionate about animal care and land-based studies.
The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging Animal Care lessons across Key Stages 3 & 4, helping students develop confidence, practical skills, and strong theoretical understanding in areas such as animal welfare, husbandry, and handling.
The ideal candidate will:
• Hold a recognised teaching qualification (QTS/PTS) or be willing to work towards one
• Have a strong background in animal care, animal management, or a related discipline
• Be confident delivering both practical and classroom-based lessons
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills
• Be committed to providing inclusive, high-quality learning experiences
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare and safe working practice
The school offers:
• A friendly, collaborative team dedicated to land-based education
• Access to excellent on-site facilities and a wide range of animal species
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth
• The chance to contribute to the school’s successful Forest School programme
• A supportive working environment that prioritises staff and student wellbeing
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Animal Care educator to join a forward-thinking school community and make a real impact during this maternity cover period.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.