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Year 6 Teacher - SEMH SchoolLocation: CanterburyStart Date: ASAPContract: Full-Time, Long-TermSalary: Competitive / MPS-UPS Tradewind are recruiting We work with various specialist SEMH provisions in Canterbury, supporting pupils who require a highly nurturing, structured, and therapeutic learning environment to thrive academically and emotionally. About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled, calm, and resilient Year 6 Teacher who can deliver a full curriculum with complete planning, teaching, assessment, and marking responsibilities. You will: Plan and deliver engaging Year 6 lessons adapted to pupils with SEMH needs Provide a nurturing and structured classroom environment Use trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches Work closely with support staff to personalise learning Track and assess progress, producing clear and effective feedback Support pupils' emotional and social development alongside their academic progress Work collaboratively with the SENCO, therapists, and wider team Contribute to a positive, consistent behaviour framework Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies Participate in whole-school development and CPD Person Specification: Hold QTS (or equivalent teaching qualification) Have experience teaching Key Stage 2 Have experience working in SEMH, SEN or alternative provision - or a strong interest and willingness to learn Are patient, reflective, emotionally resilient, and child-centred Can differentiate creatively for a wide range of needs and abilities Have strong behaviour-support skills and a relational approach Can plan and deliver high-quality lessons with full marking and assessment Thrive in a team where communication and consistency are