KS2 Primary Teacher - Small Classes & SEMH Support

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Supportive team environment

Professional development

Specialist training

Impact on pupils' lives

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join a specialist SEMH-focused school in Poole. You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in a nurturing environment with small class sizes and strong pupil relationships.

You will work mainly with KS2 pupils, adapting lessons as needed, and provide cover for Key Stage 1 when required. A patient, resilient, and collaborative approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Experience teaching in a primary setting.
• Ability to teach across Key Stage 1/2 and adapt lessons.
• Patient, adaptable and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding SEMH needs and trauma-informed practice (training available).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Teach primarily Key Stage 2, with some learners at lower academic levels and adapt accordingly.
• Be willing to provide cover within Key Stage 1 when required.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where pupils can thrive.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists and senior leaders.
• Promote positive behaviour through relationship-based approaches and consistent routines.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching experience

Confidence across primary age range

Patient adaptable resilient

Strong behaviour management

SEMH awareness

Job description

Are you a passionate and resilient Primary Teacher looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people?

We are seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join a specialist school supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with small class sizes, build strong relationships with pupils, and help them achieve both academically and personally.

The school caters for primary-aged pupils who may have experienced barriers to education and require a nurturing, structured, and supportive learning environment. Many pupils may also present with additional needs such as Autism, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, or attachment difficulties.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual needs.
• The majority of teaching will be with Key Stage 2 pupils; however, many students may be working at lower academic levels and will require learning to be adapted accordingly.
• Be willing to provide cover within Key Stage 1 classes when required.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where pupils can thrive.
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists, and senior leaders.
• Promote positive behaviour through relationship-based approaches and consistent routines.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within a primary setting.
• Confidence teaching across the primary age range.
• A patient, adaptable, and resilient approach.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• An understanding of SEMH needs and trauma-informed practice is desirable, although training can be provided.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialist training.
• The chance to make a genuine impact on pupils' lives every day.

This role would suit an experienced teacher or someone looking to transition into specialist education and develop their knowledge of SEMH and additional needs.

If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve success, we would love to hear from you.

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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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