Teacher (Inclusion Base)

Canford Heath Infant School, Poole, Dorset, BH17 8PJ

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  28 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  3 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) In line with the Teacher Main Scale (M1–M6) and Upper Pay Range (UP1–UP3)

Teacher (Inclusion Base) job summary

TEACH POOLE - MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

Ad Astra Infant School

Haymoor Junior School

Canford Heath Infant School

Canford Heath Junior School

Poole SCITT

Teacher (Inclusion Base)

The MAT trustees are looking to appoint a compassionate, creative and resilient Inclusion Base teacher to join our new specialist provision, at Canford Heath Infant School, supporting children aged 4-7 with additional needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a nurturing, therapeutic learning environment where our youngest learners can feel safe, build trust, succeed with learning, and thrive.

Required from September 2026 or November 2026 for the right candidate

Permanent - Full-Time

Salary: In line with the Teacher Main Scale (M1-M6) and Upper Pay Range (UP1-UP3)

This post is not suitable for ECTs

As an Inclusion Base Teacher, you will lead learning, alongside a number of SENTAs, for a small group of EYFS/KS1 pupils who require a highly personalised, consistent and trauma-informed approach. You will create an environment built on strong routines, warmth and emotional safety.

You will work closely with inclusion teams, pastoral staff and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils and their families.

What You Will Be Doing:

Delivering engaging, well-structured lessons tailored to pupils’ developmental, emotional and learning needs.

Creating a safe, nurturing and predictable learning environment rooted in trust and emotional security.

Using assessment and pupil-level data to track progress through small, meaningful steps.

Adapting teaching to meet a wide range of abilities, emotional needs and barriers to learning.

Implementing positive behaviour approaches focused on co-regulation, emotional coaching and repair.

Building strong, supportive relationships with pupils, parents and carers.

Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to support holistic pupil outcomes.

Upholding safeguarding responsibilities and maintaining the highest professional standards.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Has experience of teaching in the primary phase and a strong understanding of early childhood development.

Understands the impact of trauma, attachment and anxiety on learning and behaviour.

Is passionate about supporting pupils who require a specialist, nurturing approach within an internal Alternative Provision setting.

Can create highly differentiated, personalised learning experiences that make learning exciting and motivating.

Manages behaviour effectively using relational, trauma-informed and inclusive approaches.

Is patient, emotionally regulated and able to model calm, consistent behaviour.

Works well as part of a supportive, collaborative team and shares responsibility for planning and practice.

Brings resilience, creativity, enthusiasm and a positive, can-do attitude.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the skills and professional behaviours outlined in the Trust’s Required Skills for a Class Teacher in our Inclusion Base

Why Join TEACH Poole Multi Academy Trust?

Be part of an exciting opportunity to help establish and shape a new internal inclusion base.

Work in fun, friendly and supportive schools with a strong family ethos.

An excellent induction programme and clear pathways for career progression, from ECT through to leadership.

Experience a Trust-wide commitment to staff wellbeing, work-life balance and care for each individual.

Enjoy beautiful school grounds, welcoming learning environments and excellent pension contributions.

Access the Trust’s Employee Assistance Programme and long-service awards.

The opportunity to take time off during term time.

You are warmly invited to tour our wonderful schools. Please contact HR on 01202 380015 to arrange this, or if you require any further information.

Applications should be made online at My New Term.

Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 7th July 2026

Join our team and help us make a real difference in the lives of our children!

Personal information provided by candidates will be securely filed electronically and password protected, with paper copies locked in filing cabinets in a locked office. They will not be released to third parties outside the school without the consent of the person concerned, except where there is a legal requirement to do so. If the application does not proceed, the data will be securely disposed of after 6 months. Any concerns regarding data gathered in the recruitment process should be directed to the Data Manager - Hayley Hemmings at h.hemmings@teachpoole.com

These schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous checks will be undertaken of the successful applicant’s background credentials including an enhanced DBS check. Online searches will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. Suitability to work with children will be explored at interview.

TEACH Poole is committed to Equal Opportunities.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

At Canford Heath Infant School, safeguarding is of the utmost importance. The school aims to help protect the children in its care by working consistently and appropriately with all agencies to reduce risk and promote the welfare of children.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Canford Heath Infant School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 358 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Canford Heath Infant School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/canford-heath-infant-school-poole

Canford Heath Infant School is a truly unique school, where children always come first. We are passionate about our exceptional curriculum - it has been created with the needs of our children at its heart. As a result of our dedication and high expectations, our children acquire the skills, knowledge and understanding to become resilient empowered learners for life.

We are extremely proud to be a Gold Level Rights Respecting school, enabling our children to become rights respecting global citizens and advocating for fairness and children’s rights, both locally and globally.

We build strong, positive relationships with our children, parents and carers, and we provide a safe, happy and inspiring learning environment that allows each and every child to be the best they can be.

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