SEMH Lead Teacher

SEMH Lead Teacher – Primary SEMH Unit 🏫

Location: High Wycombe | Start: April or September 2026 | QTS essential ✅

🌟 Are you a qualified teacher with a passion for SEMH? Do you want to lead, inspire, and transform the lives of pupils with SEMH needs? ❤️Join our mainstream primary school with a specialist SEMH Unit and make a real difference every day.

💡 The Role We are looking for a dynamic SEMH Lead Teacher to manage and develop a SEMH unit within a mainstream primary provision. You will:

Lead teaching and learning, providing high-quality, personalised support Support pupils’ emotional regulation, behaviour, and wellbeing, using trauma-informed and positive behaviour strategies Collaborate with mainstream staff, the SENCO, and external professionals Mentor and guide staff within the unit, sharing best practice and innovative SEMH strategies Monitor pupil progress, maintain accurate records, and report outcomes 🌈 The Person

Must hold QTS and have experience teaching pupils with SEMH needs Knowledgeable in trauma-informed practice, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour support Strong communication, leadership, and team-working skills Passionate, patient, and adaptable, committed to pupil wellbeing and inclusion 🚀 On Offer

A supportive, collaborative school community Opportunities to develop your leadership and SEMH expertise The chance to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ lives Competitive salary dependant on experience Applications are welcome for candidates able to start in April or September 2026