Job details

Salary: Competitive Salary

Employer: Dovecote School

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 9NJ

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 28 February 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

Permanent

Full-time

Dovecote School is an Ofsted-registered independent special school (ages 5–18) supporting pupils with autism and associated needs and SEMH.

What will I be doing?

We are seeking a PSHE Teacher who is passionate about supporting pupils’ wellbeing, relationships, and personal development.

The role:

You will deliver inclusive, trauma-informed PSHE lessons in a safe and supportive environment, adapting content to meet individual needs and working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure consistency and safeguarding.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Is a qualified teacher (or has significant tutoring/teaching experience)
  •  Has a calm, reflective, and inclusive approach
  • Can deliver sensitive topics with confidence and care
  • Is committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
  • SEN/SEMH experience is welcome but not essential

What is in it for me?

We offer: supportive team, excellent CPD, small-school ethos, enhanced DBS/update service paid.

DBS check

All appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

Apply on the Dovecote School website

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