Primary Teacher

The Youth Education Service; Wirral; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD training modules

AWR pay

Temp-to-perm pathway

Job summary

The Youth Education Service is seeking a dedicated Primary SEMH Teacher for a specialist provision in Leasowe, Wirral, to support pupils with SEMH needs within a structured, nurturing environment.

The role involves delivering a tailored KS2 curriculum, differentiating instruction, supporting emotional regulation, and liaising with therapists and families. The position offers AWR-aligned pay, weekly pay, and a 12-week temp-to-perm pathway.

Qualifications

• QTS in the UK required and up-to-date safeguarding training.
• Experience with SEMH or SEND.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a tailored KS2 curriculum focused on SEMH needs
• Adapt teaching strategies and lesson plans to meet individual learning requirements
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and behaviour management
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and progress
• Liaise with support staff, therapists, parents, carers and external agencies
• Monitor pupil progress and implement targeted interventions where required
• Maintain clear boundaries while providing a nurturing and supportive approach
• Contribute to the wider wellbeing and development of pupils across the provision

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

QTS (UK)

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary SEMH Teacher – Specialist Provision

Location: Leasowe, Wirral

Pay: Competitive daily rate in line with AWR

Hours: 08:30 – 15:30

Contract: 12-week Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Start Date: September 2026

We are recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Primary SEMH Teacher to join a specialist provision in Leasowe supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. As a Primary SEMH Teacher, you will work with a Year 7 class delivering a tailored Primary curriculum designed to meet the diverse and complex needs of pupils within a structured and nurturing environment.

This specialist school operates across three sites from KS1 to KS4, with the majority of pupils holding an EHCP. The successful Primary SEMH Teacher will become part of a highly experienced and supportive team committed to improving outcomes for young people in specialist education.

The Role

As a Primary SEMH Teacher, you will provide engaging and differentiated learning opportunities while supporting pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support. The Primary SEMH Teacher will play a key role in creating a safe, consistent and positive classroom environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

As a Primary SEMH Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver a tailored KS2 curriculum focused on SEMH needs
• Adapt teaching strategies and lesson plans to meet individual learning requirements
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and behaviour management
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and progress
• Liaise with support staff, therapists, parents, carers and external agencies
• Monitor pupil progress and implement targeted interventions where required
• Maintain clear boundaries while providing a nurturing and supportive approach
• Contribute to the wider wellbeing and development of pupils across the provision

About You

We are looking for a resilient, adaptable and enthusiastic Primary SEMH Teacher who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH or SEND needs
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils and families

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within alternative provision or specialist education settings
• Fully inducted teacher status
• Previous experience supporting children outside of mainstream education environments

What We Offer

• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR)
• 12-week temp-to-perm pathway into a permanent school contract
• Matched pay guarantee*
• Weekly pay
• Access to over 26 free CPD training modules
• Ongoing consultant support and career guidanceOpportunities for progression within specialist education li>
• Regular networking events with schools and education professionals
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Youth Education Service (YES) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing, referencing and Enhanced DBS checks registered on the Update Service.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.