At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support for a Year 3 pupil with significant social and emotional needs.
- Company: A friendly primary school in Merton, known for its strong community ethos.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time hours, supportive environment, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing.
- Why this job: Help a child reintegrate into school while developing your skills in trauma-informed education.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEMH needs and a proactive, resilient approach required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
We are seeking a qualified teacher (QTS) or an experienced unqualified SEND practitioner to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with significant social and emotional needs. This is an immediate start opportunity, offered on a full-time or part-time basis depending on the successful candidate’s availability.
In this role you will be providing 1:1 support for a Year 3 pupil within a primary school setting in Merton. The pupil is currently being educated at home due to significant trauma, and the Headteacher is seeking to support a carefully planned and gradual reintegration into structured school-based learning. This is a highly individualised role, with the pupil taught on a dedicated 1:1 basis away from the main classroom environment. The pupil presents with highly complex needs and may display distressed, challenging, and at times physically aggressive behaviour.
As such, the successful candidate must have significant experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, trauma-informed approaches, and behaviours that challenge. Resilience, consistency, and the ability to build trusting relationships over time will be essential. The ability to remain calm under pressure, effectively de-escalate situations, and maintain a safe, predictable learning environment is critical.
The role requires a practitioner who can plan and deliver engaging, flexible learning tailored to the pupil’s interests, emotional readiness, and developmental level, while prioritising emotional regulation, safety, and relationship-building as the foundation for learning.
The small, friendly 1-form-entry primary school is highly regarded within the local community and has a strong family ethos. Pupils are generally well-behaved, engaged in their learning, and enjoy both classroom-based activities and learning experiences within the local area. The school is recognised as a Rights Respecting School and benefits from strong home–school partnerships. There is an established and supportive Headteacher in place, and staff work closely together to achieve the best possible outcomes for all pupils. The school has a collaborative culture and is committed to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing.
To apply for this position, you must:
- Have a positive, proactive and resilient approach
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of supporting trauma and SEMH needs
- Be confident in building relationships with pupils who require a highly individualised approach
- Be able to remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to challenging behaviour
If this position is of interest, please apply with an up-to-date CV.
SEN Teacher Part Time Temporary in Merton employer: Philosophy Education, Ltd.
Join a small, friendly primary school in Merton that is highly regarded for its strong family ethos and commitment to inclusive practice. As an employer, we prioritise staff wellbeing and professional development, offering a collaborative work culture where you can make a meaningful impact on pupils with complex needs. With strong home-school partnerships and a supportive leadership team, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the emotional and educational growth of our students in a nurturing environment.
Contact Details:
Philosophy Education, Ltd. Recruitment Team
