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Join Our Team at Coombe House School
Thank you for considering a career at Coombe House School, an independent special school providing exceptional education for pupils aged 5 to 19 with SEMH, ASD, and associated difficulties. We are proud of our culture of respect, kindness, and inclusivity and invite applications from those who want to make a meaningful impact and be part of our exciting and unique journey.
At Coombe House School, we are committed to fostering compassion, understanding, and flexibility in everything we do. Our staff create an environment where progression is at the heart of every lesson, empowering our pupils to build confidence and thrive. We embrace a therapeutic approach to education, supporting each pupil’s unique needs with care and understanding. Our ethos is built on fostering positive relationships and recognising behaviour as a form of communication, enabling us to help our pupils thrive.
Why Work With Us?
We offer a range of benefits to support and reward our staff, including:
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to join a team dedicated to empowering young people, Coombe House School could be the perfect place for you. Apply today and become part of our inspiring journey!
OUR CURRENT VACANCIES – (N.B. our job adverts may close earlier if sufficient applications are received so please don’t delay in applying). We welcome visits from prospective applicants ahead of closing dates; please contact Claire Taylor, Assistant HR Manager on 01747 449858 or HR@coombehouse.org.uk, to discuss a potential date.
As our school continues to grow, we are regularly seeking dedicated Learning Support Assistants and Teachers to join our passionate team. If you share our commitment to making a real difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you. We welcome speculative direct applications (no agencies) from motivated individuals looking to be part of our journey. Take the next step in your career and join a school where your work truly matters.
Learning Support Assistant
Do you want to work in an environment where the focus is on educating the whole child? Are you passionate about supporting and empowering some of the most inspiring and unique young people in Dorset? Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? We are looking for dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistants to work closely with class teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons while collaborating with our Pastoral Support Team and Therapists to create a nurturing learning environment.
Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday, term time only
Salary: £22,879 to £23,614 pa (FTE £25,183 to £27,269 pa)
Closing date: Sunday 12 October 2025
Occupational Therapist
Seeking a qualified and experienced Occupational Therapist to lead and deliver high-quality therapy provision across our school. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team and to further shape the impact of OT across a unique specialist educational setting.
Hours: Working hours are full time (37 hours): 08.30 – 16.30 Monday to Thursday, 08.30 – 16.00 on a Friday. Flexibility around those hours can be discussed.
Salary: from £42,839 – 45,091 FTE per annum (Actual term time only + 2 weeks for this position is £39,609 – 41,691 annum).
Closing date: Tuesday 30 September 2025
Therapeutic Thinking Lead
Are you passionate about transforming the learning experiences of children and young people with SEMH, Autism, and complex and challenging needs?
‘Therapeutic Thinking’ is a whole-school relational approach to understanding and meeting needs and recognising the experiences and feelings that drive pupil behaviours. Coombe House School are looking for someone to lead its implementation. We are looking for a committed and skilled professional to join our team as a Therapeutic Thinking Lead.
Hours: full time (37 hours): 08.30 – 16.30 Monday to Thursday, 08.30 – 16.00 on a Friday.
Salary: Actual salary range is £35,986 – £40,319 per annum, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications in line with the person specification.
Closing date: 15th October 2025
Casual Lifeguard/Leisure Assistant ( Zero Hours)
Looking for flexible work that fits around your life? We are looking for casual Lifeguards / Leisure Assistants to join our team at the Dorset Centre of Excellence. This is a zero-hours position, ideal if you’re looking for flexibility, varied shifts, or occasional work to fit around other commitments. Whether you’re a qualified NPLQ lifeguard or looking to gain your qualification with our support, this is a fantastic opportunity to work in a rewarding and community-focused environment.
Hours: Casual 8 hours per week
Salary: £13.69 plus the statutory minimum holiday entitlement (taking it to c£15.34 per hour)
Closing date: Monday 3rd November 2025
Generalist ASC Teacher (KS2/3), Shaftesbury
Are you finding that managing a class of 30 students is stretching you to the limit? Tired of the never-ending marking endless books? Struggling to meet the diverse needs of all learners – from the most able to those needing the most support – while being measured against national data? If so, we understand – and we’re here to offer a refreshing alternative.
Are you an outstanding ASC Teacher (KS2/3), with extensive experience of working with Autistic children/young people in an education setting and a passion for inclusion, enabling all children to overcome barriers to learning? We are seeking a proactive, resourceful, and energetic ASC Teacher to lead and teach across KS2 and KS3, supported by specialist teachers.
Hours: 35 hours per week Monday to Friday, term time only
Salary: Main pay range (DOE) + SEN Allowance.
Closing date: Thursday 16th October 2025
Our Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure procedure can be found here.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process or require any further details please contact Claire Taylor, Assistant HR Manager, on 01747 449 858 or by email hr@coombehouse.org.uk.