Primary Teacher – SEMH Experience Essential

PK Education is seeking a confident, resilient and compassionate Primary Teacher to join a specialist SEN provision in Newcastle.

The provision supports students with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, including those affected by trauma and disrupted education.

This is a highly challenging setting. Previous SEMH experience and proven experience of managing highly challenging behaviour are essential. You will need to remain calm under pressure, establish clear boundaries and build trusting relationships through a consistent, nurturing approach.

The role:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons matched to students’ individual learning levels.

• Develop core literacy and numeracy skills and address gaps in learning.

• Adapt activities and resources to students’ ages, interests and needs.

• Create predictable routines that help students feel secure and ready to learn.

• Use effective de-escalation strategies and support emotional regulation.

• Work closely with support staff and other professionals to meet individual needs.

• Monitor progress and celebrate achievements to build confidence.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and primary teaching experience.

• Essential experience of supporting students with SEMH needs.

• Strong behaviour management skills and experience of highly challenging behaviour.

• An understanding of how trauma can affect learning and engagement.

• Patience, resilience and a flexible approach to teaching.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

For more information, contact Sharon Weir on 0191 269 6910 or email