Average Teacher salary in Dorset

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Maths Teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to join our successful and supportive teaching team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students and help them achieve their full potential in Mathematics.The RoleThe successful candidate will:Plan and deliver engaging and challenging Maths lessons across [Key Stages/Year Groups].Monitor, assess, and report on student progress.Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.Support students of varying abilities to achieve strong outcomes.Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.Uphold high standards of behaviour and academic achievement.The Ideal Candidate Will HaveQualified Teacher Status (QTS).A degree in Mathematics or a related subject.Strong subject knowledge and a passion for teaching Maths.Excellent classroom management and communication skills.The ability to motivate and inspire students.A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.We OfferA supportive and collaborative working environment.Opportunities for professional development and career progression.Access to excellent teaching resources and facilities.A welcoming school community committed to staff wellbeing.Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient applications have been received.To apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.Top of Form

SEN Class Teacher - Primary (SEMH & Autism) - PooleFull-Time | PermanentSalary: MPR/UPR + SEN AllowanceStart Date: September 2026Applications are warmly welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.Prospero Teaching is delighted to be supporting a specialist primary school in Poole as they seek a dedicated SEN Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This nurturing, inclusive school supports primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs and Autism, many of whom also present with additional complex needs requiring a highly individualised approach.About the RoleThe teacher will teach a primary curriculum adapted for pupils with SEMH needs, Autism and complex profiles. The suitable candidate will be expected to plan and deliver a progressive curriculum across the Key Stages, ensuring aspirational outcomes and supporting pupils on their future pathways.You will:Deliver high-quality, individualised teaching to pupils with SEMH needs, Autism and mixed complex needsPlan and deliver an engaging, multi-sensory curriculum aligned with pupils' EHCP outcomesCreate and adapt resources to support communication, accessibility and meaningful engagementFoster pupils' emotional regulation, social development and wellbeing through consistent routines and nurturing relationshipsWork collaboratively with therapists, behaviour specialists, support staff and families to provide coordinated, holistic carePromote independence, communication and resilience through highly differentiated teaching approachesContribute positively to a collaborative, supportive team within a specialist primary settingWhat We're Looking ForQualified Teacher Status (QTS)Experience teaching pupils with SEND, ideally SEMH and AutismStrong understanding of trauma-informed practice, emotional regulation strategies and inclusive pedagogyConfidence supporting pupils with complex or additional needs (training provided)Creativity, resilience and a warm, nurturing approachA genuine passion for helping every child achieve their full potentialRole DetailsLocation: PoolePosition: SEN Class Teacher (Primary - SEMH & Autism)Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full-time, permanentHours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00Pay: MPR/UPR + SEN AllowanceWhy Join Prospero Teaching?Free, accredited CPD including SEMH strategies, Autism-specific approaches and sensory curriculum trainingAccess to our in-house Training and Development TeamOngoing support from an experienced local consultant offering personalised guidance and opportunitiesIf you are passionate about specialist primary education we would love to hear from you.Please send an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration.

Class Teacher - Specialist School - LyndhurstStart Date: September 2026Prospero's client school is offering a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist provision supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as associated neurodiversity, in a calm and nurturing environment.This is more than a teaching role - it's a chance to shape an inclusive learning space where every pupil is supported, valued and encouraged to thrive.About the ProvisionThis specialist day provision supports pupils aged 5-19 who benefit from a quieter, structured setting with a strong therapeutic ethos. Pupils have a range of abilities and may present with ASC, SEMH needs and associated challenges. The provision focuses on personalised learning and pupil-centred development through:One-to-one and small-group teachingTailored academic and therapeutic supportEnrichment projects, trips and activities that build confidence and broaden experiencesA strong focus on emotional wellbeing, supported by consistent routines and positive relationshipsYour RoleAs Class Teacher, you will:Teach core subjects within a highly personalised curriculumImplement creative projects, trips and enrichment opportunitiesAdapt teaching to meet a wide range of needs, including behaviours that challengeBuild strong, trusting relationships with pupilsWork closely with a supportive team of LSAs, therapists and senior staffContribute to a positive, collaborative and therapeutic school cultureSupport pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independenceThe DetailsLocation: Lyndhurst / New ForestStart Date: September 2026Contract: Long-term or permanentSalary: MPSWhat You'll NeedRight to work in the UKFull UK driving licence (due to location)QTS or relevant UK teaching experienceAbility to teach core subjectsEnhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)Recent safeguarding training (or willingness to complete)References covering the last 24 monthsPreferential ExperienceExperience working with SEND, particularly pupils with behaviours that challengeExperience leading or teaching small groups with evidence of strong progressExperience teaching up to KS4Why join Prospero Teaching?Free, accredited CPD including PMLD strategies, communication approaches, and behaviour supportAccess to our in-house Training and Development TeamOngoing support from an experienced local consultant offering tailored guidance and opportunities