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Primary Teacher SEMH

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Posting date: 13 February 2026
Salary: £153.98 to £287.83 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 March 2026
Location: SS14 2LB
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: PRIQTSSEMHBAS-8985

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Summary

Primary Qualified Teacher – SEMH School
Basildon | Full-Time | Competitive Daily Rate

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school based in Basildon, and we are looking to recruit a dedicated and resilient Primary Qualified Teacher to join their supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access education.

The Role

As a Primary Qualified Teacher within this SEMH setting, you will:

Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and differentiated lessons across the primary curriculum


Create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment


Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs


Implement positive behaviour management strategies


Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, and senior leaders


Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching to meet individual needs


Class sizes are small, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and provide personalised support.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)


Experience teaching within a primary setting


Strong behaviour management skills


A calm, patient, and resilient approach


Experience with SEMH or SEND (desirable but not essential)


A genuine passion for inclusive education and pupil wellbeing


In Return, You Will Receive:

Competitive rates of pay


Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated consultant


Access to CPD and professional development opportunities


The opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent position


A rewarding role where you can positively impact young lives


If you are an enthusiastic and adaptable Primary Teacher looking for your next challenge in Basildon, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV to TeacherActive to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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