Teacher; Inclusion - Canford Heath Infant School

About the role

TEACH POOLE – MULTI ACADEMY TRUST – Schools: AD Astra Infant School, Haymoor Junior School, Canford Heath Infant School, Canford Heath Junior School, Poole SCITT

We 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 role will 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 Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.
• Enjoy an excellent induction programme and clear pathways for career progression.
• 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.
• Take time off during term time.

Sunday 28th June 2026.

Tuesday 7th July 2026.

TEACH Poole is committed to Equal Opportunities.

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.

These schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect 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.