Primary Teacher (SEMH Provision)

SANZA Teaching Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated teaching agency is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher (KS2) to work in an SEMH school in Barking & Dagenham. The successful candidate will teach 1 or 2 students at a time, using a bespoke curriculum designed to cater to individual needs. Ideal applicants should have QTS and a strong commitment to safeguarding, with experience in SEMH settings being advantageous. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Applicants ideally have QTS; unqualified teachers or cover supervisors are also considered.
• Experience in an SEMH/PRU setting is ideal.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and protecting the needs of children.

Responsibilities

• Teach a small group of KS2 students, providing individualised attention.
• Design and deliver a bespoke curriculum tailored to each student’s needs.
• Create a nurturing environment that fosters confidence and resilience.

Skills

Commitment to safeguarding

Behaviour management

Restorative practice

Resilience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

PRIMARY TEACHER (KS2)

SEMH SCHOOL – BARKING & DAGENHAM

Do you have a passion for making a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children? Do you like the idea of teaching on a 1:1 basis and delivering your own creative, bespoke curriculum? If so, keep reading!

Overview

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting on behalf of an independent SEMH school in Barking & Dagenham. The school specialises in educating young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges.

We are looking for a primary teacher to teach a small group of KS2 students (years 3 and 4). You will only teach 1 or 2 children at once.

The Details

• ASAP start (or January)
• Long‑term position
• Full‑time
• Freedom to design and deliver a bespoke curriculum tailored to each student’s needs

The School

The school takes a restorative approach to behaviour, conflict and communication and is committed to holistic development. It offers a variety of therapies to its students and strives to empower them, aiming to positively influence their life trajectory.

We offer a creative, individualised curriculum that focuses on nurturing confidence, resilience and lifelong skills.

About You

• Applicants ideally have QTS; unqualified teachers or cover supervisors are also considered
• Ideally have experience in an SEMH/PRU setting
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and protecting the needs and rights of children
• Belief in restorative practice and trauma‑informed approaches
• Resilient, thick‑skinned with strong behaviour‑management skills

Next Steps

Click “apply now” to be considered for this wonderful opportunity as a primary teacher (SEMH) or contact Lauren McNaught at SANZA Teaching Agency on [e-mail] or [phone] for more information.