SEMH Teacher
Posted 06/10/26About the Role
A respected school is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher to join their supportive primary provision. This vital role involves delivering engaging and differentiated lessons within a specialist setting for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. You will be instrumental in fostering positive therapeutic relationships, expertly managing challenging behaviour, and creating a nurturing learning environment that promotes pupil progress and well-being. We are considering candidates for long-term, daily supply, and permanent positions, offering flexibility to suit the right professional.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver highly engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to primary pupils with SEMH needs.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies, promoting a calm and focused classroom atmosphere.
* Cultivate strong, therapeutic relationships with pupils, fostering trust and encouraging positive engagement.
* Assess pupil progress regularly, adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning requirements.
* Collaborate effectively with support staff and colleagues to ensure a holistic approach to pupil development.
* Contribute positively to the wider school community and its commitment to pupil well-being.
About You
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and possess a genuine passion for working with pupils with SEMH needs.
* Demonstrate proven experience in a primary SEN setting, ideally within an SEMH provision or PRU.
* Possess excellent behaviour management skills and a calm, resilient approach to complex situations.
* Skilled in building rapport and developing meaningful therapeutic relationships with children.
* Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for every child.
* Eager to embrace professional development and contribute to a thriving educational team.
Why Join
A respected school is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher to join their supportive primary provision. This vital role involves delivering engaging and differentiated lessons within a specialist setting for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. You will be instrumental in fostering positive therapeutic relationships, expertly managing challenging behaviour, and creating a nurturing learning environment that promotes pupil progress and well-being. We are considering candidates for long-term, daily supply, and permanent positions, offering flexibility to suit the right professional.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver highly engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to primary pupils with SEMH needs.
* Implement effective behaviour management strategies, promoting a calm and focused classroom atmosphere.
* Cultivate strong, therapeutic relationships with pupils, fostering trust and encouraging positive engagement.
* Assess pupil progress regularly, adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning requirements.
* Collaborate effectively with support staff and colleagues to ensure a holistic approach to pupil development.
* Contribute positively to the wider school community and its commitment to pupil well-being.
About You
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and possess a genuine passion for working with pupils with SEMH needs.
* Demonstrate proven experience in a primary SEN setting, ideally within an SEMH provision or PRU.
* Possess excellent behaviour management skills and a calm, resilient approach to complex situations.
* Skilled in building rapport and developing meaningful therapeutic relationships with children.
* Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for every child.
* Eager to embrace professional development and contribute to a thriving educational team.
Why Join
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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