At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging lessons for primary pupils with SEMH needs.
- Company: Nurturing specialist school in Wembley focused on trauma-informed education.
- Benefits: Competitive Inner London salary, £4,000 SEN allowance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Small class sizes, collaborative team, and a focus on emotional wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in children's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: QTS or exceptional trainee teachers, experience with primary-aged children and SEMH needs.
Location: Wembley, London
Salary: Inner London Teacher Pay Scale (M1–UPS3) £4,000 SEN Allowance
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term-time
Working Hours: 8.30am–4.30pm, with an additional hour on Mondays during term time
Are you a passionate and resilient Teacher with experience supporting children with SEMH and additional needs? Are you looking for a permanent role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children who have experienced barriers to learning?
We are recruiting for a Permanent SEMH Teacher to join a small, nurturing specialist school in Wembley, supporting primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about trauma-informed education, positive behaviour support and helping children develop confidence, emotional regulation and a love of learning.
About the Role
As an SEMH Teacher, you will take responsibility for the planning, delivery and assessment of a tailored curriculum for a small class of up to six pupils. You will work as part of a close-knit class team alongside HLTAs and Teaching Assistants, providing guidance and day-to-day leadership to support staff. The school takes a nurturing, therapeutic and trauma-aware approach, recognising that behaviour is often a form of communication and that children need to feel safe, understood and valued before they can fully engage in learning.
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons based on pupils' individual needs and abilities.
- Teach the National Curriculum across KS1 and KS2, including phonics.
- Support pupils with SEMH and special educational needs to overcome barriers to learning.
- Promote positive behaviour, self-regulation, independence and emotional wellbeing.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families.
- Lead and support a class team of HLTAs and Teaching Assistants.
- Work closely with therapists, educational professionals and other members of the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Monitor and assess pupil progress and contribute to individual targets and reviews.
- Create a safe, stimulating and supportive classroom environment.
- Contribute to curriculum development and potentially take responsibility for a subject area.
- Participate in CPD, reflective practice, supervision and whole-school development.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- QTS – exceptional trainee teachers working towards QTS may also be considered.
- Successful teaching experience with primary-aged children.
- Experience teaching children with SEN and SEMH needs.
- Experience with planning, assessment and target-setting.
- Strong behaviour management and positive behaviour strategies.
- Experience teaching phonics.
- A good understanding of the impact of trauma, adverse childhood experiences, neurodivergence and complex SEMH needs on learning and behaviour.
- The ability to build positive relationships with children and motivate pupils who may have experienced significant barriers to education.
- A resilient, reflective and compassionate approach.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A genuine commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Permanent position
- Inner London M1–UPS3 salary
- £4,000 additional SEN allowance
- Small classes of up to 6 pupils
- Specialist SEMH setting
- Therapeutic and trauma-informed approach
- Supportive multidisciplinary environment
- Excellent opportunity for professional development and CPD
If you are an enthusiastic and committed teacher looking to move into, or further develop your career within, specialist SEMH education, this could be an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact. Apply now to be considered for this permanent SEMH Teacher position in Wembley.
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
Primary SEMH Teacher in Brent employer: Philosophy Education
Philosophy Education is an exceptional employer for recent graduates seeking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector. With a strong commitment to professional development, our supportive work culture fosters growth and collaboration, allowing you to gain invaluable classroom experience while working in diverse school settings across London. Join us to embark on a rewarding career path that not only enhances your skills but also contributes positively to the learning journeys of children and young people.
