Job Title: Primary Teacher
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Company: TeacherActive
We are recruiting a passionate and motivated SEMH Primary Teacher to join a supportive specialist primary setting in Bury, working with pupils aged 5–11. This role is ideal for a recent QTS graduate / ECT looking to build confidence in the classroom, as well as experienced teachers who are keen to develop their career within SEMH and specialist education.
The school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, attachment and trauma-related behaviours, and challenges with behaviour and engagement in learning. Pupils benefit from consistent routines, clear boundaries and a calm, relationship-led approach that helps them feel safe and ready to learn.
You will be joining a nurturing and experienced team, working closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, pastoral staff and external professionals. The school offers strong leadership support, structured behaviour systems and ongoing SEMH-focused training to help staff thrive in their roles.
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons in line with the primary curriculum
Create a calm, structured and inclusive classroom environment
Support pupils’ academic progress alongside emotional and social development
Use positive behaviour and trauma-informed strategies to support regulation
Implement EHCP targets, individual learning plans and behaviour support plans
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider support team
Monitor progress, celebrate small successes and build pupil confidence
Requirements
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (ECTs / recent graduates encouraged to apply)
A strong interest in SEMH, inclusion and supporting vulnerable learners
Calm, patient and resilient approach to teaching and behaviour support
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Willingness to learn and develop within a specialist SEMH setting
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Right to work in the UK
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV via our website or contact TeacherActive directly to discuss this exciting opportunity.
Join TeacherActive and help shape the future by inspiring students both academically and through sport!
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services