Class Teacher - Assistant Senco/Inclusion Lead
Nigel Bowes & Iford Academy, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6QPThis job expired on 21 October 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
21 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
13 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
- SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday / 52 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - M6
Additional allowances
TLR 2.2 £6,282 + SEN Point £2,885 + Midday Supervisor allowance £2,260
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated teacher with additional duties as Assistant Senco/Inclusion Lead, to join Nigel Bowes Academy, 70 Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth, BH10 4HG – an outstanding special school for pupils aged 5-11 who present predominantly with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. A significant number of pupils are also on the Autism spectrum and may have other related needs.
The role requires a proactive and creative approach to developing experiences within our curriculum that will motivate pupils to want to learn beyond the classroom, enhancing cultural capital and providing memorable opportunities that will support them on their journey towards adulthood. The successful candidate will also lead a class of up to 8 pupils, creating a positive learning environment and delivering a high-quality curriculum for those learners.
Experience of working with pupils with special educational needs is desirable, however, we welcome applications from mainstream colleagues who understand the approaches needed to guide our vulnerable young people towards success. We also welcome applications from Early Career Teachers.
What the school offers its staff
What we have to Offer:
- A visible and approachable senior leadership team and an enthusiastic and committed team of teachers and support staff.
- A strong support network both within the school and across Authentic Education Group.
- All staff are part of a professional learning community in which evidence-informed CPD is designed to meet individual needs.
- Strong potential for career progression.
- An Employee Assistance Programme including in the moment support and counselling sessions with an external provider.
- A competitive pension through The Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Nigel Bowes & Iford Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 5 to 16
- Size
- 136 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- charlotte.hampson@ta.weareauthentic.education
- Phone number
- 01202 524041
Nigel Bowes Academy is a special school supporting young people from the age of 5-11 who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties, associated with a range of special educational needs, including autism. We are an oversubscribed school, supporting around 50 pupils on roll. We welcome pupils who reside in Dorset and Hampshire, with the majority of our pupils living in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole conurbation. Our pupils have Educational, Health Care Plans or are in the process of receiving one. We also support a small number of pupils who will be placed by the Local Authority whilst waiting for a placement in a special school or to transition back to mainstream education.
Arranging a visit to Nigel Bowes & Iford Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email charlotte.hampson@ta.weareauthentic.education.
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