Primary SEND & Behavioural Specialist Teacher

TeacherActive are currently seeking a compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic Primary SEND & Behavioural Specialist Teacher to work within specialist and mainstream primary settings across Widnes.

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced teacher who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and behavioural challenges to achieve their full potential.

As a Primary SEND & Behavioural Specialist Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils with SEND including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and behavioural difficulties.
• Create a positive, structured, and nurturing learning environment.
• Implement effective behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation support.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external agencies.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and staff to support progress and wellbeing.

• QTS, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working within SEND, SEMH, behavioural, or alternative provision settings.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A patient, adaptable, and empathetic approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through TeacherActive).

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support you.
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression platform.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply.
• Market-leading referral scheme.
• Opportunities in a variety of schools and educational settings.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and professional references. Please contact Mia on (url removed) or (phone number removed)

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

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

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