SEMH Primary Teacher

Academics Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational agency is seeking a dedicated SEMH Primary Teacher to join a trauma-informed school in Milton Keynes. This role emphasizes relationship-building and creative, personalized learning tailored to students who may have experienced trauma. Ideal candidates will possess strong primary pedagogy skills and a commitment to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment. The position offers a competitive salary along with ongoing professional development and a small, friendly team atmosphere.

Benefits

Clinical supervision

Continuous professional development

Staff well-being support

Qualifications

• Must have a strong grasp of primary and/or early years pedagogy.
• Experience dealing with children who have experienced trauma or additional diagnoses like ASD or ADHD.
• Passionate about creating safe and supportive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan creative, personalised learning tailored to individual needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to support children's development.

Skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Reflective practice

Building relationships

Job description

SEMH Primary Teacher (with SEN Allowance) – Milton Keynes

Salary: £34,398 – £46,839 per annum (according to experience) + SEN Allowance (£2,787)

Location: Milton Keynes

Academics is acting as an agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Primary Teacher to join a trauma‑informed SEMH primary setting in Milton Keynes where relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

Our school adopts an attachment and trauma‑informed approach, underpinned by the belief that high expectations must always be held with humanity. This is not about low standards or free passes – it's about ensuring that children feel safe, understood, and supported to achieve their very best.

Qualities we value

• Knows that structure and predictability provide safety.
• Holds boundaries without battles.
• Refuses to give up on any child, ever.
• Teaches with creativity, clarity, and calm.

What you will do

As an SEMH Primary Teacher you will be part of a supportive team using regulation, reparation, and relational leadership to teach children how to succeed and manage emotions, not simply to comply. You will plan creative, personalised learning and set high standards for every child's progress.

• Be an enthusiastic and reflective teacher with a strong grasp of primary and/or early years pedagogy.
• Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in adapting teaching to individual needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children who may have experienced trauma or who have additional diagnoses such as ASD or ADHD.
• Work closely with a multi‑disciplinary team to support each child's holistic development.
• Believe wholeheartedly that every child can make progress with the right support and approach.

Benefits

• A small, friendly, and supportive team.
• Access to clinical supervision and continuous professional development.
• Opportunities to innovate and shape practice.
• Prioritised staff well‑being support.
• A relational and neuroscientific approach to behaviour and learning.

If you are a passionate SEMH Primary Teacher looking to make a real difference in Milton Keynes, we would love to hear from you.