Therapeutic Classroom: Specialist Teacher

Potley Hill Primary School, Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6AG

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  3 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, part time: Full Time Monday - Friday Part Time days to be agreed
• Contract type: Fixed term - In the first instance 1 year
• Full-time equivalent salary: 37101 - 47472
• Additional allowances:

  SEND allowance depending upon experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is an exciting opportunity to join Potley Hill Primary School as we continue to embed our core values of Dream Big, Aim High and Make a Difference across our whole school community.

We are seeking a dedicated, passionate, and inspirational practitioner to lead our brand-new Therapeutic Classroom. The role will include shaping and developing this provision, champion inclusive practice, and deliver high-quality teaching to pupils within the base. Working with children 1 to1 or in small groups to drive their learning

About the Role

• Lead the lesson delivery, ensuring it reflects our school values and commitment to inclusive education.
• Teach small groups of pupils in a nurturing, supportive environment, while facilitating successful integration into mainstream classrooms.
• Design and deliver a therapeutic and personalised curriculum, using trauma-informed approaches to prepare children for the challenges they face.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Headteacher and SENCo to ensure inclusion remains at the heart of everything we do.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an experienced and reflective practitioner with a strong background in supporting pupils with special educational needs.
• Holds QTS and has at least five years of teaching experience (essential).
• Has training or experience in trauma-informed approaches or similar practices (essential).
• Holds, or is working towards, a SENCo qualification (desirable).
• Can model and promote excellent inclusive practice across the school (essential).

What the school offers its staff

• A caring and supportive school community driven by our vision: Dream Big, Aim High, Make a Difference.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and thrive with the right support.
• A creative, project-driven curriculum built around inspiring key questions.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team who innovate to meet the needs of all learners.
• Strong, values-led leadership with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to further your own career.

Please contact the school office to book an informal chat or tour with our Assistant Headteacher, Mrs Elaine Morris. We look forward to meeting you.

01252 876106, adminoffice@potleyhill.hants.sch.uk

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

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.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Potley Hill Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 198 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Potley Hill Primary School website
• Email address: adminoffice@potleyhill.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01252 876106
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/potley-hill-primary-school

Dream Big, Aim high & Make a Difference


At Potley Hill Primary School, we believe every child has the potential to achieve great things.  Our school was Ofsted rated GOOD in October 2024 with OUTSTANDING behaviour and attitudes, and we are proud of the inclusive, ambitious and nurturing environment we’ve built together.  Now we are looking for a committed and creative teacher to join us on our journey of continuous improvement and impact. 

Arranging a visit to Potley Hill Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email adminoffice@potleyhill.hants.sch.uk.

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