SEN Teacher - St Helens Location: St Helens, Merseyside Start Date: 2nd November 2026 Contract: Full-Time - Long-Term Opportunity Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a resilient, experienced and passionate SEN Teacher to work within a specialist provision in St Helens, supporting a small group of approximately seven pupils of mixed ages with complex special educational needs, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and challenging behaviours. This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident teacher who thrives in a challenging environment and is passionate about making a meaningful difference to pupils who require additional support to access education. The successful candidate will be working with a small group of pupils who require a high level of individualised support, structure and consistency. The role will involve creating a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment, building trusting relationships and adapting teaching approaches to meet pupils' individual needs. We are looking for someone who is confident managing challenging behaviour, remains calm under pressure and can engage pupils who may find mainstream education difficult. Experience within SEN, SEMH, alternative provision or specialist settings would be highly beneficial. The successful candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Have experience working with pupils with SEN, SEMH and complex behavioural needs. Be confident managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques. Adapt lessons and learning activities to meet the needs of pupils of different ages and abilities. Build positive, trusting relationships and establish clear boundaries and routines. Demonstrate patience, resilience, flexibility and a nurturing approach. Be committed to supporting pupils' academic progress, emotional regulation and personal development. In return, Tradewind Recruitment offers: Competitive daily rates of pay. A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support. Free access to CPD and specialist training opportunities. Opportunities to develop your experience within SEN and SEMH education. Access to a wide range of long-term and permanent teaching opportunities across St Helens and the wider North-West.If you are a passionate SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding new challenge from 2nd November 2026, and have the skills and resilience to support pupils with complex needs, we would love to hear from you! To apply or find out more, contact Helen on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). #INDLIV
SEN Primary Teacher (St. Helen's) employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Preston that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, immediate commission opportunities, and generous holiday allowances, we ensure our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive Impact Academy training programme equips you with the skills to excel in recruitment, while ongoing support from experienced mentors fosters a collaborative environment where you can achieve your career aspirations.
