Primary Teacher

TeacherActive; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD

Flexible payment options

Long-term or permanent placement

Job summary

TeacherActive in Suffolk is seeking a dedicated Primary SEMH Teacher to join from September 2026. This role supports children with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour in a specialist setting with small class sizes and a strong emphasis on relationships.

QTS is not essential, but candidates should have significant experience, be able to lead lessons independently, manage behaviour effectively and remain calm and empathetic to vulnerable learners.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working with primary-aged pupils with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour.
• Experience leading lessons or teaching classes independently.
• QTS is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for primary-aged pupils.
• Support children with SEMH needs to re-engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
• Use restorative and trauma-informed approaches to manage behaviour positively.
• Adapt lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs and abilities.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and pastoral staff to provide the best outcomes for every pupil.
• Assess, monitor and celebrate pupil progress both academically and personally.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing classroom where every child can thrive.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Independent teaching

Differentiated instruction

Education

QTS not essential

Job description

East of England/ permanent / £140 - 220 per day

Location: Suffolk
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £140 - £220 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term to Permanent

Are you an experienced educator with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist Primary SEMH school in Suffolk that is looking to recruit a dedicated and resilient Primary Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a setting where small class sizes, strong relationships and personalised learning are at the heart of everything they do. You will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to education, develop confidence and self-esteem, and achieve both academically and emotionally.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is not essential for this role. However, applicants must have significant experience working with primary-aged children with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour, and be confident leading lessons and managing a classroom independently.

The Role:

As a Primary SEMH Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for primary-aged pupils.
• Support children with SEMH needs to re-engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
• Use restorative and trauma-informed approaches to manage behaviour positively.
• Adapt lessons to meet a wide range of learning needs and abilities.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, therapists and pastoral staff to provide the best outcomes for every pupil.
• Assess, monitor and celebrate pupil progress both academically and personally.
• Create a safe, structured and nurturing classroom where every child can thrive.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Extensive experience working with primary-aged pupils with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour.
• Experience leading lessons or teaching classes independently.
• QTS is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• A calm, resilient and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children to achieve their full potential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

In Return, TeacherActive Offers:

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible payment options.
• The opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role within a rewarding specialist setting.

If you're an experienced educator looking to make a real difference within a Primary SEMH school, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and will be subject to the appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks in line with TeacherActive's safer recruitment procedures.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.