Job Description
New Directions Education are seeking a Primary Teacher to work in a SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school in Birkenhead. This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate and adaptable teacher to support children with SEMH needs, helping them develop academically, socially, and emotionally in a nurturing and structured environment.
The Role:
1. Teaching across the primary age range in a SEMH setting
2. Planning and delivering differentiated, engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of learners
3. Assessing, monitoring, and supporting pupil progress
4. Maintaining a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
5. Working closely with SEN teams, teaching assistants, and pastoral staff to support pupil wellbeing
6. Supporting behaviour management strategies and SEMH-focused interventions
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
7. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a relevant UK teaching qualification
8. Experience teaching in a primary or SEMH setting, or relevant experience supporting children with complex social, emotional, or behavioural needs
9. Strong classroom management skills and a flexible, patient approach
10. A passion for helping children overcome SEMH challenges and achieve their potential
11. A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
12. A dedicated and expert Account Manager
13. Regular and varied supply work
14. Competitive rates of pay
15. Potential long-term teaching roles
16. Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
17. A network of branches across the UK
18. Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
19. Recommend-a-friend scheme
20. Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.
Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Wirral branch.
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.