SEMH Primary Teacher

SEMH Qualified Primary Teacher

Location: Banbury
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Only, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 3:30pm
Start Date: September
Salary: £28,000 - £39,520 (depending on experience)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEMH Teacher to join a highly supportive specialist school in Banbury. This rewarding opportunity involves working with pupils aged 5-18 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

As part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will deliver engaging and tailored learning experiences while providing the guidance and encouragement students need to thrive. The school prides itself on its nurturing approach, strong pastoral support, and commitment to creating a positive and inclusive environment for every learner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with SEMH and complex needs.
• Create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment that promotes positive behaviour.
• Use effective behaviour management strategies and support individual behaviour plans.
• Monitor, assess and report on pupil progress, attainment and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with staff and external professionals to support pupil outcomes.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils to support engagement, development and achievement.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong academic background.
• Experience teaching or supporting pupils with SEMH and/or complex needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills with a calm, consistent and resilient approach.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to meet individual needs.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners and improving outcomes.
• Strong teamwork, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and ongoing professional development.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Due to the school's location, please only apply if you have a drivers licence and your own transport to get to and from the school.

Alternatively, contact Philippa at philippa@nextgenteachers.co.uk for more information.

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