Primary Teacher (Behaviour Specialist) – Castle Cary
Pay: M1 – M6 depending on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday & Term Time Only
Location: Castle Cary, Somerset
What Your Days Will Look Like:
You’ll be teaching in classrooms that are vibrant, busy, and full of movement. Your presence will matter — pupils will look to you for boundaries, consistency, and calm leadership. You’ll be the person who can turn a chaotic moment into a constructive one, and who understands that behaviour is communication, not confrontation.
Your daily rhythm will include:
* Leading large and small, high‑energy classes with confidence and clarity
* Delivering engaging lessons that hold attention and cut through distractions, in line with the curriculum.
* Using strong behaviour strategies, de‑escalation techniques, and restorative approaches. You could come across emotional and physical meltdowns..
* Working closely with support staff to maintain consistency across the school
* Supporting pupils with big personalities who need firm guidance and steady reassurance
* Celebrating progress — especially the small, hard‑won steps forward
What you’ll bring:
You will need presence. The kind that fills a room without raising your voice. The kind that pupils respect instantly. A Teacher with a calm, friendly, humorous personality that can get down to their level whilst also setting clear boundaries. A person they trust so they can be the best versions of themselves.
We’re looking for someone with:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Enhanced Child Only DBS registered on the update service ( or willingness to get one)
* Experience in busy schools or behaviour‑heavy environments
* Confidence handling challenging behaviour and large groups
* A strong, grounded personality that pupils respond to
* Resilience, humour, and the ability to reset quickly after tough moments
* A belief that every child — even the most challenging — deserves patience and consistency
You’ll receive:
* Weekly PAYE Pay (no umbrella charges)
* A daily rate of £165 - £265 per day
* Support from a team of consultant who understand the realities of challenging behaviour
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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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