SEMH Manager - Grow Provision

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery; Birtley; Presencial; GBP 40.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

The opportunity to make a lasting, and

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (E

Nursery salary sacrifice scheme via Y

Disounted Gym memberships

Cycle to work

Private healthcare benefits

Pension schemes

Flexible PPA

Descripción de la vacante

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery in Harlow seeks an SEMH Manager to lead our Grow Provision, guiding a team to provide high-quality, personalised support for pupils with SEMH needs.

You will promote emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour and learning engagement, working with families, schools and external professionals to secure successful transitions back into mainstream education.

Formación

• Experience supporting children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches, positive behaviour support and safeguarding.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day running of the Grow Provision.
• Lead and support a dedicated team to deliver personalised support and interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with families, schools and external professionals to achieve best outcomes.

Conocimientos

Trauma-informed approaches

Positive behaviour support

Safeguarding

Compassionate leadership

Resilience

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a passionate, experienced and dedicated SEMH Manager to lead our specialist Grow Provision at Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery in Harlow.

Grow supports primary-aged children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing, structured and supportive environment where pupils can develop the confidence, resilience and skills they need to succeed.

As SEMH Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the provision, leading and supporting a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, personalised support and interventions. You will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and engagement in learning, while working closely with families, schools and external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for every child.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference to children's lives, helping them overcome barriers to learning and supporting successful transitions back into mainstream education wherever appropriate.

About You

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient and committed to making a positive difference to the lives of children with SEMH needs.You will have experience of supporting children with complex emotional and behavioural needs, alongside a strong understanding of trauma-informed approaches, positive behaviour support and safeguarding.

You will be a confident and approachable leader who can motivate and support colleagues, build positive relationships with pupils and families, and remain calm and solution-focused in challenging situations.Above all, you will believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the barriers they may face, and have the enthusiasm, patience and determination to help them reach their full potential.

About the School

Cooks Spinney Primary Academy and Nursery is a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Harlow, Essex, and part of BMAT Education. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and inspiring learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their very best.

Our ethos, "There are no limits to our learning," reflects our belief that every child has the potential to succeed when given the right opportunities, encouragement and support.Our specialist Grow Provision is an important part of our commitment to inclusion, providing targeted support for primary-aged children experiencing social, emotional and mental health difficulties.

Through strong relationships, personalised approaches and close collaboration with families and partner schools, we aim to help children build the foundations for future success.We are proud of our caring school community and the dedication of our staff, who work together to ensure every child feels valued, supported and ready to learn.

If you share our commitment to inclusion and are passionate about transforming outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.

About the Trust

BMAT is a thriving community of schools, committed to providing an outstanding education for every student attending one of our schools. We create environments where individuals matter, confidence flourishes, and every child can achieve exceptional outcomes. We currently oversee seven secondary academies and five primary academies, primarily located in Harlow, with additional sites in Newham and Stansted.

The Trust’s vision is clear - to work together to smash through the barriers that prevent children from becoming confident, high-achieving, and independent individuals.

What can BMAT offer you?

BMAT provides a range of benefits to support your personal and professional well-being:

• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on young people’s lives.
• A collaborative culture with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional respect.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Workplace nursery fee salary sacrifice scheme via Yellownest
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Discounted Gym membership through salary sacrifice
• Cycle to work
• Home and electronic salary sacrifice scheme
• Private healthcare benefits, including 24/7 Doctorline access
• Generous employer pension contribution through Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced and flexible PPA