Job Description

The Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation, residential care, and learning disabilities, is seeking a passionate and creative Teacher to join The Forum School.


We are in search of a teacher (QTS) with drive and vision, who is passionate about the teaching profession and committed to delivering high-quality service. If you have a keen interest in working with special needs students, this is an ideal opportunity to apply your skills in a highly rewarding and challenging field of education. Our teaching occurs in small classes with Teaching Assistant support. As part of a committed team, we need someone who can cater to the diverse needs of our students.

Benefits of working for Cambian:

5000 Welcome Bonus (T&C's apply)
Salary up to 45,000 per annum DOE Opportunity to progress in your career. Training opportunities either face to face or online. Wellbeing- Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need. You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role. Supportive management and senior leads. We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK`s biggest care providers.

Key Responsibilities:


Follow schemes of work and create medium-term plans. Plan and deliver engaging and memorable lessons aligned with the Forum School's curriculum. Support students with ASD in learning activities and personal skills. Take responsibility for a subject or curriculum area, leveraging your skills and experience. Collaborate with an integrated, skilled multi-disciplinary team to expand horizons and improve skills for young people.

The successful candidate will be:

Well-organised and able to plan a structured learning environment. Practical, creative, and inventive. Enthusiastic and energetic. Able to interact with people in a variety of ways. Looking to develop expertise in special needs and Autism. Dynamic and proactive. A contributor to the school's multi-disciplinary team approach. Capable of managing complex behaviours.

The Forum School and Residential Home is a 52-week residential specialist school, nestled within 28 acres of the stunning Dorset countryside.


We are dedicated to providing quality therapeutic care and education to young people with Autism, severe learning difficulties, challenging behaviour, and complex needs.


The young people we educate and care for come to us with a diverse range of needs and challenges. Our mission is to help them build hope, confidence, knowledge, and skills to unlock their potential.


Through innovative educational experiences, national curriculum programmes, and the support of passionate teams of specialists and key workers, we enable each young person to achieve their personal best in an environment that suits them best.


Join us at The Forum School and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with special needs. Your creativity and dedication could be the key to unlocking their potential. Apply today to embark on this rewarding journey!


Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.


Cambian will conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will be purely based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.


* Welcome bonus to be paid on successful completion of a 6 month (26 weeks) probationary period.