KS2 SEMH Class Teacher – Manchester

DATE POSTED

Subject

Special Education Needs

Job Branch & Location

North West (Gtr. Manc & Warr) - Manchester

Job Setting & Role

SEND & SEMH - Support
Supply
£140 - £170 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

A supportive and inclusive school in Manchester is seeking a dedicated KS2 SEMH Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis from September. The school provides a nurturing environment for pupils with SEMH needs, focusing on helping children develop academically, socially, and emotionally. Through personalised learning approaches, strong pastoral support, and positive relationships, the school empowers pupils to achieve their full potential and build confidence both in and out of the classroom. This role has the potential to be permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of KS2 pupils with SEMH needs.
  • Create a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support their social, emotional, and academic development.
  • Use a range of strategies to support emotional regulation, resilience, and readiness to learn.
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, parents, and external professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent support.
  • Monitor and assess pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where necessary to maximise engagement and achievement.
  • Promote inclusion, independence, and self-confidence through a nurturing and child-centred approach.

Pre-requisites:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching within KS2, with a strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
  • Knowledge and understanding of SEMH needs and effective strategies to support pupils with additional social, emotional, and behavioural challenges.
  • Strong classroom management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils who may have experienced barriers to learning.
  • A patient, resilient, and compassionate approach to teaching.
  • Experience working within SEND, SEMH, alternative provision, or specialist educational settings would be advantageous.
Job Reference: JT25GT157575

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Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

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