SEMH Teacher

Posted 15/09/26
Islington, North London, London
150 - 250 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
Join an innovative school in North London as an integral SEMH Primary Teacher. This role is dedicated to delivering engaging lessons in general subjects to pupils requiring specialist support for Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. You will be instrumental in building therapeutic relationships and effectively managing challenging behaviour within a supportive and structured environment. We are seeking committed professionals available for long-term, daily supply, or permanent positions, with an immediate start available.

Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across the primary curriculum.
* Implement effective strategies to manage challenging behaviours positively and proactively.
* Cultivate strong, therapeutic relationships with pupils, fostering trust and a sense of belonging.
* Create a nurturing and structured classroom environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
* Assess pupil progress meticulously, adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
* Collaborate closely with support staff and external professionals to ensure holistic pupil development.

About You
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and relevant experience in primary education.
* Possess a genuine passion for supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
* Demonstrate exceptional resilience, patience, and empathy in a challenging yet rewarding environment.
* Skilled in differentiated instruction and behaviour management techniques specific to SEMH.
* Able to inspire and motivate young learners from diverse backgrounds.
* Applications are welcomed from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) as well as experienced MPS/UPS professionals.

Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young learners within a highly supportive and dedicated team in North London. You will benefit from a collaborative professional environment, receiving excellent daily rates ranging from £150 to £250. This role offers a chance to grow professionally while contributing significantly to a vibrant school community.

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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