Year 6 Teacher - SEMH School
Location: Canterbury
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: Competitive / MPS-UPS
Tradewind are recruiting! We work with various specialist SEMH provisions in Canterbury, supporting pupils who require a highly nurturing, structured, and therapeutic learning environment to thrive academically and emotionally.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled, calm, and resilient Year 6 Teacher who can deliver a full curriculum with complete planning, teaching, assessment and marking responsibilities.
Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver engaging Year 6 lessons adapted to pupils with SEMH needs
* Provide a nurturing and structured classroom environment
* Use trauma-informed and relationship‑based approaches
* Work closely with support staff to personalise learning
* Track and assess progress, producing clear and effective feedback
* Support pupils' emotional and social development alongside their academic progress
* Work collaboratively with the SENCO, therapists, and wider team
* Contribute to a positive, consistent behaviour framework
* Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies
* Participate in whole‑school development and CPD
Person Specification
* Hold QTS (or equivalent teaching qualification)
* Have experience teaching Key Stage 2
* Have experience working in SEMH, SEN or alternative provision – or a strong interest and willingness to learn
* Are patient, reflective, emotionally resilient, and child‑centred
* Can differentiate creatively for a wide range of needs and abilities
* Have strong behaviour‑support skills and a relational approach
* Can plan and deliver high‑quality lessons with full marking and assessment
* Thrive in a team where communication and consistency are key
What We Offer
* Competitive daily rate with weekly pay
* Access to over 2,000 FREE CPD courses through our exclusive partnership with the National College
* Supportive school placement with experienced staff and ongoing supervision
* The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in students' lives
* Full assistance with applying for an Enhanced DBS and guidance through vetting processes
Essential
* Have the legal right to work in the UK
* Willingness to undergo all necessary background checks, including an Enhanced DBS (child workforce) – support provided. You will need an enhanced Child only DBS on the update service, or be willing to get a new one. A new one costs £62 and we will pay you back the £62 once you have completed 20 days of work for us
If you're ready to start or continue a rewarding career in SEN education, we want to hear from you. Join our team of compassionate SEN Teachers in Canterbury and help transform lives.
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