SEN Teacher - Corby
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £250.0 to £350.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Dependent on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Corby, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UE |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4778959_1773307106 |
Summary
SEMH Teacher - Corby
Location: Corby
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time
Make a Real Impact in SEMH Education!
We are recruiting a passionate and resilient Primary SEMH Teacher to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Corby. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils who present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, attachment challenges, behavioural barriers, and additional learning needs.Your role will be vital in helping learners build emotional regulation, confidence, stability and a love for learning within a safe, nurturing setting.
Why This Role Matters
In this specialist primary environment, you will:
* Create structured, supportive and emotionally informed lessons
* Use trauma‑informed and relationship‑based approaches
* Work closely with skilled support staff to provide consistent, safe routines
* Help pupils develop emotional resilience, coping strategies and positive learning habits
* Build 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 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
* QTS (Primary or Secondary) with experience teaching children with SEMH needs
* Strong understanding of trauma‑informed practice and emotional wellbeing
* A nurturing, patient and resilient approach to behaviour
* Adaptability, creativity and a positive attitude towards challenging situations
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
* Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
What You'll Receive
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* A supportive and collaborative staff team
* Opportunities for professional development
* Ongoing guidance from experienced consultants and school leaders
Ready to make a meaningful difference?
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion. Looking for other SEMH roles in Corby? We're happy to help you explore your options.
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