SEMH Teacher
Posted 06/11/26About the Role
Embark on a rewarding journey as an SEMH Teacher within a dynamic school in North London, specialising in primary SEN provision. This vital role involves crafting engaging lessons for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, fostering therapeutic relationships to support their progress. You will adeptly manage challenging behaviour, creating a nurturing and structured learning environment where every child can thrive. We are seeking dedicated professionals for immediate starts, with opportunities available for long-term, daily supply, or permanent contracts.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to primary pupils with SEMH needs.
* Implement effective strategies for managing challenging behaviours, promoting a calm and focused learning environment.
* Cultivate strong therapeutic relationships with pupils, understanding their unique emotional and social requirements.
* Regularly assess and track pupil progress, adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning goals.
* Collaborate with support staff and external professionals to develop and review personalised education plans.
* Champion a culture of resilience and positive emotional development within your classroom.
About You
* Possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and demonstrable experience across all career stages (ECT, MPS, UPS) working with primary-aged pupils with SEMH.
* Exhibit exceptional skill in de-escalating challenging behaviours and fostering positive conduct.
* Show a genuine passion for supporting the holistic development of vulnerable young learners
Embark on a rewarding journey as an SEMH Teacher within a dynamic school in North London, specialising in primary SEN provision. This vital role involves crafting engaging lessons for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, fostering therapeutic relationships to support their progress. You will adeptly manage challenging behaviour, creating a nurturing and structured learning environment where every child can thrive. We are seeking dedicated professionals for immediate starts, with opportunities available for long-term, daily supply, or permanent contracts.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to primary pupils with SEMH needs.
* Implement effective strategies for managing challenging behaviours, promoting a calm and focused learning environment.
* Cultivate strong therapeutic relationships with pupils, understanding their unique emotional and social requirements.
* Regularly assess and track pupil progress, adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning goals.
* Collaborate with support staff and external professionals to develop and review personalised education plans.
* Champion a culture of resilience and positive emotional development within your classroom.
About You
* Possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and demonstrable experience across all career stages (ECT, MPS, UPS) working with primary-aged pupils with SEMH.
* Exhibit exceptional skill in de-escalating challenging behaviours and fostering positive conduct.
* Show a genuine passion for supporting the holistic development of vulnerable young learners
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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