Primary SEMH Teacher

Our specialist provision in Shrewsbury supports pupils aged 5-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, providing a nurturing, structured and inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed.

The provision offers personalised education for pupils with a range of needs, including SEMH difficulties, trauma, attachment difficulties and challenging behaviour. Many pupils have previously struggled to engage with education or have experienced negative or disrupted educational experiences.

Through a tailored and engaging curriculum, pupils are supported to develop confidence, resilience, independence and a positive attitude towards learning. Positive relationships are at the heart of the provision, with a holistic approach that recognises the individual needs, strengths and experiences of every child.

As a Primary SEMH Teacher, you will play a key role in supporting pupils who experience social, emotional and behavioural barriers to learning. This is a rewarding opportunity for a nurturing, resilient and committed teacher who is passionate about helping children rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships with education and achieve their potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building strong, trusting and nurturing relationships with pupils, many of whom may have experienced trauma or difficulties within mainstream education.
• Planning and delivering engaging, creative and differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs and support academic progress.
• Creating a calm, structured and predictable classroom environment where pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
• Using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation approaches to support pupils and promote positive behaviour.
• Adapting teaching to reflect pupils' individual strengths, needs, interests and emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting pupils to develop confidence, independence, resilience and social and emotional skills.
• Working closely with teaching assistants, parents, carers, Local Authorities and external professionals to provide consistent, personalised support.
• Recognising and celebrating individual achievements and progress.
• Contributing to enrichment activities and PSHE to support pupils' wider development.
• Maintaining high expectations while responding sensitively to individual barriers to learning.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about making a genuine difference to children and young people and understands the importance of positive relationships in successful learning.

You will ideally have:

• QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEND or within a specialist setting.
• A calm, patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• An understanding of how trauma and attachment difficulties can affect behaviour and learning.
• The ability to establish positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour support skills.
• The ability to plan engaging, differentiated and personalised learning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers and achieve their potential.

When you join Protocol Education, you'll benefit from: