SEMH Teacher
Posted 19/07/26About the Role
A respected school in East London is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join their specialist provision immediately. This challenging yet incredibly rewarding role involves working with primary-aged pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will be instrumental in building therapeutic relationships, expertly managing challenging behaviour, and delivering a stimulating and accessible curriculum across general subjects. This presents an exceptional opportunity to make a profound impact on young lives, with flexible contract options available, including long-term, daily supply, or a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver a broad and balanced primary curriculum tailored to individual pupil needs.
* Implement proactive and reactive strategies for effectively managing challenging behaviours.
* Cultivate strong, positive, and therapeutic relationships with every pupil.
* Plan and adapt engaging lessons to support a wide spectrum of learning styles and abilities.
* Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing clear and encouraging feedback.
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider pastoral team to support pupil well-being.
About You
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
* Possess demonstrable experience teaching primary pupils with SEMH needs.
* Exhibit exceptional behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach.
* Demonstrate resilience, empathy, and a genuine passion for inclusive education.
* Be adept at adapting teaching methods to suit diverse individual pupil requirements.
* Possess a commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative practice.
Why Join
Seize this chance to become part of a committed and supportive team dedicated to transforming educational outcomes for vulnerable children. You will thrive within an environment that values professional growth and provides ample opportunities to develop your specialist skills. This role offers competitive daily rates and the unparalleled satisfaction of truly making a difference every single day.
A respected school in East London is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join their specialist provision immediately. This challenging yet incredibly rewarding role involves working with primary-aged pupils who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will be instrumental in building therapeutic relationships, expertly managing challenging behaviour, and delivering a stimulating and accessible curriculum across general subjects. This presents an exceptional opportunity to make a profound impact on young lives, with flexible contract options available, including long-term, daily supply, or a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver a broad and balanced primary curriculum tailored to individual pupil needs.
* Implement proactive and reactive strategies for effectively managing challenging behaviours.
* Cultivate strong, positive, and therapeutic relationships with every pupil.
* Plan and adapt engaging lessons to support a wide spectrum of learning styles and abilities.
* Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing clear and encouraging feedback.
* Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider pastoral team to support pupil well-being.
About You
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
* Possess demonstrable experience teaching primary pupils with SEMH needs.
* Exhibit exceptional behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach.
* Demonstrate resilience, empathy, and a genuine passion for inclusive education.
* Be adept at adapting teaching methods to suit diverse individual pupil requirements.
* Possess a commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative practice.
Why Join
Seize this chance to become part of a committed and supportive team dedicated to transforming educational outcomes for vulnerable children. You will thrive within an environment that values professional growth and provides ample opportunities to develop your specialist skills. This role offers competitive daily rates and the unparalleled satisfaction of truly making a difference every single day.
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