Primary SEMH teacher

Primary SEMH Teacher – Manchester City Centre
Full-Time | September Start | via Teaching Personnel

Are you a passionate and resilient educator looking to make a meaningful impact? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Primary SEMH Teacher to work within a supportive specialist setting in the Manchester city centre area.

This role involves working with pupils who present a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including anxiety, attachment difficulties, behavioural challenges, low self-esteem, trauma-related responses, and difficulties with emotional regulation. The school provides a structured, nurturing environment focused on building trust, confidence, and positive relationships.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to small class groups, helping pupils re-engage with learning and develop key life skills. You will play a crucial role in creating a safe and supportive space that promotes both academic and personal growth.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons in line with the primary curriculum
• Support pupils in managing behaviour, emotions, and social interactions
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to support engagement
• Implement individual support strategies and behaviour plans
• Work closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback on pupil development
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages growth and resilience

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience working with SEMH pupils or challenging behaviour
• Strong classroom management and de-escalation skills
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Through Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and specialist SEMH training
• Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role

If you’re ready to inspire, support and transform the lives of young learners, apply today and take the next step in your teaching career with Teaching Personnel.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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