Primary Teacher

SMART Education Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education recruitment firm is seeking a Primary Teacher in a progressive alternative provision in Middlesbrough. The role involves teaching pupils aged 5-11 with additional needs, fostering an inclusive environment, and promoting emotional regulation. Ideal candidates will have QTS or equivalent, experience with SEN, and a passion for empowering every child. This is a meaningful opportunity to impact students beyond the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required.
• Experience in SEN, PRU, or alternative provision settings is preferred.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach across the primary curriculum, adapting lessons to individual needs.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Plan engaging, differentiated activities to inspire curiosity and achievement.
• Work closely with SENCOs and Teaching Assistants to support learners.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.

Skills

Experience with additional needs

Strong classroom management

Creative teaching approach

Patience

Flexibility

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Make a Lasting Impact Where It Counts Most
Are you a Primary Teacher who believes every child deserves a chance to thrive?
Do you have the adaptability, empathy, and passion to support children who ve faced challenges in traditional educational settings?

Smart Education is proud to be recruiting a dedicated and nurturing Primary Teacher for a caring and progressive alternative provision based in Middlesbrough. This rewarding role involves working with pupils aged 5 11 who experience a range of additional needs including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Behavioural, Emotional and Social Difficulties (BESD).

As a teacher in this specialist environment, you won t just be delivering lessons you ll be shaping experiences that foster growth, confidence, and resilience. You ll be a trusted adult, a positive role model, and a consistent support for pupils who need that little bit more.

If you\'re looking for a meaningful teaching role where your impact goes far beyond the curriculum, this is the opportunity for you. Join a team that prioritises compassion, creativity, and collaboration in every classroom.

Your Role Will Include

• Teaching across the primary curriculum, adapting lessons to individual needs
• Fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Planning engaging, differentiated activities to inspire curiosity and achievement
• Working closely with SENCOs, Teaching Assistants, and wider staff to support each learner holistically
• Promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

What We re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience working with children with additional needs, preferably in SEN, PRU, or alternative provision settings
• A creative, patient, and flexible teaching approach
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
• A passion for inclusive education and empowering every child