Job Description
Part-Time Primary Teacher - Specialist SEN Alternative Provision
Location: Chesterfield
Hours: Part-time (Thursday's & Friday's) - Specific days negotiable
Start Date: Feb 2026, or sooner if available
Academics agency is seeking a resilient and nurturing teacher to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound impact within a therapeutic, relationship-led setting.
Your Role:
You will:
* Plan and deliver engaging, primary-level lessons to small groups or on a 1:1 basis, focusing on core subjects and holistic development.
* Build secure, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced significant trauma or adversity.
* Champion each child's progress, celebrating small steps as major victories.
* Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team, including therapists and support staff.
We're Looking For:
* A qualified teacher (QTS) with experience in primary education.
* A genuine passion for, and understanding of, SEN/SEMH and trauma-informed practice.
* Boundless patience, empathy, and emotional resilience.
* A positive, steady presence and a firm belief in inclusion.
Essential Requirements:
1. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).