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 key

What We Offer:Competitive daily rate with weekly pay

Access to over 2,000 FREE CPD courses through our exclusive partnership with the National College

Supportive school placement with experienced staff and ongoing supervision

The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in students' lives

Full assistance with applying for an Enhanced DBS and guidance through vetting processes

Essential:Have the legal right to work in the UK Willingness to undergo all necessary background checks, including an Enhanced DBS (child workforce) - support provided. You will need an enhanced Child only DBS on the update service, or be willing to get a new one. A new one costs £62 and we will pay you back the £62 once you have completed 20 days of work for us

If you're ready to start or continue a rewarding career in SEN education, we want to hear from you. Join our team of compassionate SEN Teachers in Canterbury and help transform lives.

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