SEMH Primary Teacher

Job Title: Key Stage 1 Teacher - SEMH Provision
Location: Rotherham
Start Date: February 2026 - Full-Time Equivalence
Salary: 180 - 220 per day dependent on experience

TeachMatch Recruitment is seeking a compassionate, resilient, and highly adaptable Key Stage 1 Teacher to join one of our partner SEMH provisions for a long-term supply role from February 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional social, emotional, and behavioural needs within nurturing, small-group settings.

Enrolment Bonus - Exceptional candidates may receive a cash bonus upon starting their first role.
Competitive Pay - Earn experience-based rates that reflect your skills, impact, and specialist experience.
Expert Support - Receive personalised guidance from consultants with first-hand teaching and senior leadership experience.
Exclusive Opportunities - Access to long-term, high-quality roles across trusted South Yorkshire SEMH settings.
Professional Development - Benefit from targeted CPD, including SEMH, behaviour support, and therapeutic approaches.

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  Plan and deliver creative, nurturing, and differentiated lessons suited to pupils with SEMH needs.
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  Build trusting, supportive relationships with pupils, promoting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
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  Teach within small group settings, adapting approaches to meet individual learning and wellbeing needs.
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  Work closely with support staff, therapists, and senior leaders to create a consistent, therapeutic learning environment.
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  Implement personalised behaviour and learning plans, keeping detailed records of pupil progress.
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  Contribute to a safe, structured, and emotionally secure environment that prioritises each child's wellbeing.
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  Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.

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  Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
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  A strong understanding of Key Stage 1 curriculum expectations.
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  A nurturing, patient, and trauma-informed approach to teaching.
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  Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
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  Previous experience in SEMH, SEND, or behaviour support is highly desirable.
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  Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and emotionally.

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