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Primary SEMH Teacher - Northampton ?? Location: Northampton?? Start Date: 05/01/2026?? Contract: Full-Time Make a Real Impact in Primary SEMH Education We are recruiting a passionate and resilient Primary SEMH Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Northampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children in KS1-KS2 who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, attachment challenges, behavioural barriers, and additional learning needs.Your role will be vital in helping pupils build emotional regulation, confidence, stability and a love for learning in a safe, nurturing setting. Why This Role Matters In this specialist primary environment, you will: Create structured, supportive and emotionally informed lessonsUse trauma-informed and relationship-based approachesWork closely with skilled support staff to provide consistent, safe routinesHelp pupils develop emotional resilience, coping strategies and positive learning habitsBuild strong, trusting relationships that support long-term progress Your creativity, patience and consistency will help shape an environment where pupils feel understood, secure and ready to learn. Your Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver tailored lessons that meet the individual needs of primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs Implement strategies such as positive reinforcement, restorative approaches and de-escalation techniques Work collaboratively with support staff, pastoral teams, therapists and families Create a calm, structured and nurturing classroom environment Track pupil progress and contribute to EHCP reviews, reports and multi-agency meetings Support pupils in managing emotions, transitions and behaviour throughout the school day What We're Looking For