Primary Teacher - KS2 SEND

KS2 Teacher – SEMH School
Location: The New Forest (Southampton side)
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (minimum one term) or Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: As soon as possible or September 2024

Salary: To Scale

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and committed KS2 Teacher to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in the New Forest. The school is seeking a qualified teacher with prior experience supporting pupils with additional needs, particularly those who may present challenging behaviours.

About the School

This is a small, well-supported SEMH school with a dedicated team focused on ensuring the best possible outcomes for pupils as they transition into further education or employment at 16. The school benefits from a high staff-to-student ratio, with a significant number of support staff providing both academic and pastoral support to enhance learning.

The Role

• Teaching a KS2 class within an SEMH setting.
• Planning and delivering engaging and differentiated lessons to support both academic progress and emotional development.
• Working closely with support staff and specialist teams to create a structured and positive learning environment.
• Supporting pupils in developing their confidence, resilience, and social skills.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Previous experience working with children with additional needs and challenging behaviours.
• A resilient, patient, and adaptable approach to teaching.
• A commitment to inclusive education and supporting the personal and academic development of all pupils.

Contract Details

• The position will initially be through Teaching Personnel.
• Following a successful probationary period, there will be the opportunity to transition to a permanent contract with the school.
• The role is suitable for teachers at any stage of their career, though prior experience in an SEMH or specialist setting is highly desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated teacher to make a significant impact within a specialist setting, working alongside a skilled and supportive team.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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