Trauma-Informed Primary SEMH Teacher – Personalised Learning

Protocol Education Limited; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a passionate Primary SEMH Teacher to join a small, supportive team and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for primary pupils with SEMH and complex SEND in a nurturing environment.

You will plan differentiated lessons, support emotional regulation, and collaborate with therapists and staff to support EHCP outcomes. A QTS and experience with SEMH are essential, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching primary-aged pupils with SEMH and/or complex SEND.
• A good understanding of social, emotional and mental health needs and how these can impact learning and behaviour.
• Experience or an understanding of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support.
• A calm, patient, empathetic and resilient approach to teaching.
• The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children who may have experienced barriers to education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children develop confidence, resilience and a love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs and abilities of primary-aged pupils.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, including emotional regulation, anxiety, attachment difficulties and challenging behaviour.
• Implement trauma-informed, restorative and positive behaviour management approaches.
• Create a structured, consistent and nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe and supported.
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils, recognising the importance of understanding their individual backgrounds and experiences.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals to support pupils' holistic development.
• Maintain positive and effective communication with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to individual learning plans and EHCP outcomes.

Skills

Teaching SEMH

Primary Education

Trauma-informed Practice

Positive Behaviour Support

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking a passionate Primary SEMH Teacher to join a small, supportive team and deliver engaging, personalised lessons for primary pupils with SEMH and complex SEND in a nurturing environment.

You will plan differentiated lessons, support emotional regulation, and collaborate with therapists and staff to support EHCP outcomes. A QTS and experience with SEMH are essential, with strong communication and teamwork skills.