At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver engaging lessons for pupils with SEMH needs, fostering their growth.
- Company: Supportive school dedicated to making a real impact on students' lives.
- Benefits: Career progression, teacher pension, wellbeing support, and discounts.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and celebrate every small victory with your students.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in primary or special education.
The predicted salary is between 34436 - 42088 £ per year.
Pay Scale: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
After years in the classroom, you know that true job satisfaction comes from making a real, lasting impact.
If you are looking to bring your hard-earned expertise to a setting where every small victory is celebrated, our dedicated SEMH team would love to hear from you.
We offer a structured, safe, and supportive space where you can help pupils with complex needs flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.
Please note: Applicants must hold the permanent right to work in the UK, as we cannot offer sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging, subject-varied lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
- Lead the development of a core subject area in line with the National Curriculum and school goals.
- Foster academic, social, and emotional growth while maintaining high standards of pupil welfare and behaviour management.
- Work alongside therapists, external specialists, and support staff to deliver comprehensive care.
- Monitor individual growth, keep detailed records, and manage safeguarding protocols diligently.
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree.
- Proven background in a primary or special school setting, ideally supporting children with SEMH needs or Autism Spectrum Conditions.
- Strong collaborative skills, emotional resilience, patience, and adaptability.
- Full eligibility to work in the UK (an enhanced DBS check is mandatory).
Desirable Criteria
- Experience managing EHCP documentation, annual reviews, or subject leadership.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices, therapeutic methods, and guiding teaching assistants effectively.
- Reward and Support Package
- Clear career progression paths within a collaborative school culture.
- Teacher Pension Scheme and life insurance.
- Employee wellbeing support, including confidential counselling, mental health first aiders, occupational health, and free virtual GP access.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for car leasing and bicycles, plus season ticket loans.
- Corporate eyecare, shopping, and fitness discounts.
- Employee referral rewards scheme.
experience
- Teaching skills
- ability to track progression in attainment
- background in youth work
- behaviour management
- building relationships
- classroom management
- communication
- de-escalation techniques
- empathy
- experience in administering medication
- experience in managing challenging behaviour
- experience with autism spectrum disorders
- experience with learning difficulties
- experience with social emotional mental health
- inclusiveness
- manual handling
- marking
- mentor experience
- personal care experience
- planning
- resilience
- restraint training
- speech and language therapy experience qualifications
- BA Hons (QTS)
- BEd
- BSc Hons (QTS)
- PGCE
- PGCE
- QTLS
- QTS
- Schools direct
- SCITT education
- high school
- college
- university
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SEMH Primary Teacher in Haywards Heath employer: Randstad Staffing
At Randstad, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for those in the Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carer role. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our comprehensive support package, which includes a competitive salary, guaranteed retainer, and extensive training opportunities. Join us in a nurturing work culture that values empathy and resilience, allowing you to make a profound impact on the lives of vulnerable children while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
