Primary Teacher

Job Title: SEN Teacher - SEMH Setting
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Salary: Paid in accordance with the Teacher Pay Scale
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September start, with the possibility of an earlier commencement for the right candidate

A well-regarded and supportive specialist SEMH setting in Andover is seeking to appoint a committed and resilient SEN Teacher to join its dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to work with pupils aged 4-16, primarily within the primary phase, with the potential to support secondary-aged learners where appropriate.

The successful candidate will teach small classes of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom may also have additional learning difficulties and be working below age-related expectations. The setting provides a highly structured, nurturing, and therapeutic environment designed to support pupils both academically and emotionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education, relationship-based practice, and supporting young people to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes.

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with SEMH needs

• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment that promotes emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Adapt learning activities and curriculum content to support pupils working below age-related expectations

• Develop positive and consistent relationships with pupils to support engagement, confidence, and progress

• Use behaviour support strategies and restorative approaches to manage challenging behaviour effectively

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, therapists, and external professionals

• Monitor, assess, and record pupil progress accurately, both academically and socially/emotionally

• Support pupils' personal development, resilience, and emotional wellbeing alongside academic achievement

• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent support for pupils

• Small class sizes allowing for highly personalised teaching and support

• Pupils aged 4-16 with SEMH needs and additional barriers to learning

• High levels of adult support within the classroom

• A therapeutic and trauma-informed approach to behaviour and wellbeing

• A nurturing and structured environment focused on building trust, engagement, and positive outcomes

• Opportunities to work across both primary and secondary age ranges depending on experience and preference

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching pupils within a primary, SEN, or alternative provision setting

• Strong understanding of SEMH needs and inclusive teaching practices

• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with pupils who may display challenging behaviour

• Calm, resilient, and adaptable approach to teaching and behaviour management

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills

• Experience working within an SEMH, SEND, or alternative provision setting

• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, restorative approaches, or therapeutic interventions

• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs, autism, or behavioural difficulties

• Experience leading or coordinating support staff within the classroom

• A supportive and collaborative staff team

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialist SEMH training

• Well-resourced classrooms and strong pastoral support

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people w