Primary Teacher

Master Class Education; Catcliffe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Master Class Education is seeking dedicated, adaptable and resilient Supply Primary Teachers to support children across Primary/SEMH settings, including those with social, emotional and mental health needs or other barriers to learning.

The successful teacher will be confident stepping into varied classroom environments, build positive relationships quickly, and maintain a calm, supportive approach to learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent.
• Primary teaching experience required.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different schools, classrooms and pupil needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons aligned with the curriculum and plans.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Create a safe, calm, inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching and activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Maintain clear expectations, routines and boundaries.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage engagement.
• Respond calmly to challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and social interactions.
• Follow pupil support plans and risk assessments when required.
• Monitor engagement and provide feedback to staff.
• Maintain accurate records and handover information.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and leaders.
• Be flexible to changing needs of the setting.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are looking for dedicated, adaptable and resilient Supply Primary Teachers to work across Primary/SEMH settings, supporting children who may have social, emotional and mental health needs, behavioural difficulties, SEND or other barriers to learning.

The successful teacher will be confident stepping into different classroom environments, quickly establishing positive relationships with pupils and maintaining a calm, consistent and supportive approach.

This role is ideal for a teacher who enjoys variety and wants to make a positive difference to children who may require a more individualised and nurturing approach to education.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and appropriately differentiated lessons in line with the school's curriculum and provided planning.
• Quickly establish positive and professional relationships with pupils and staff.
• Create a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching and activities to meet individual pupils' needs and abilities.
• Maintain clear expectations, routines and boundaries.
• Use positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and learning.
• Respond calmly and appropriately to challenging or dysregulated behaviour.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and encourage positive social interactions.
• Follow individual pupil support plans, behaviour plans and risk assessments where required.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress and provide appropriate feedback to school staff.
• Maintain accurate records and complete relevant handover information.
• Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and school policies.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, teachers and senior leaders.
• Be flexible and responsive to the changing needs of the setting.
• Contribute positively to the wider school environment and maintain professional standards at all times.

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent.
• Primary teaching experience.
• Strong knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different schools, classrooms and pupil needs.
• Calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships quickly.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Ability to remain professional and resilient when faced with challenging situations.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with pupils with SEMH needs.
• Experience in SEND, alternative provision or specialist education.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed or attachment-aware approaches.
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Understanding of emotional regulation and positive behaviour support.