Primary Teacher

We are recruiting a dedicated and passionate Primary Teacher to join a specialist SEMH Primary Pupil Referral Unit in Everton. As a Primary Teacher, you will support KS2 pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health needs by delivering a tailored and engaging curriculum within a nurturing and structured environment.

This specialist provision supports pupils across three sites from KS1 to KS4, with the majority of learners holding an EHCP. The successful Primary Teacher will join a highly experienced team committed to helping young people achieve both academically and personally.

Primary Teacher – SEMH Provision

Location: Everton, Liverpool
Pay: Competitive daily rate in line with AWR
Hours: 08:00 – 15:00
Start Date: 01/06/2026 (earlier start available)
Contract: 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity

The Role

As a Primary Teacher, you will work closely with pupils who require additional emotional, behavioural and learning support. The Primary Teacher will deliver engaging KS2 lessons while creating a safe, supportive and structured classroom environment that encourages progress and positive outcomes.

As a Primary Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver tailored KS2 lessons with a focus on SEMH needs
• Adapt teaching strategies and lesson plans to meet individual learning needs
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, engagement and behaviour management
• Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists, parents, carers and external agencies
• Monitor pupil progress and implement targeted interventions where required
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment while maintaining clear boundaries
• Contribute to the wider development and wellbeing of pupils across the provision

About You

We are looking for a resilient, compassionate and adaptable Primary Teacher who is passionate about supporting young people with additional needs.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH or SEND needs
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working within alternative provision or specialist education settings
• Previous experience supporting children outside of mainstream teaching environments
• Fully inducted teacher status

What We Offer

• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR)
• 12-week temp-to-perm pathway
• Matched pay guarantee*
• Weekly pay
• Access to 23 free CPD training modules
• Ongoing consultant support and guidance
• Career progression opportunities within specialist education
• Regular networking events with schools and education professionals
• A supportive and collaborative team environment

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Youth Education Service (YES) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to thorough interviewing, referencing and Enhanced DBS checks registered on the Update Service.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Apply Today

We welcome applications from Primary Teachers who are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and making a genuine difference in specialist education.

If you are looking for a rewarding Primary Teacher role where you can positively impact pupils’ lives while developing your career within alternative provision, we would love to hear from you.