SEMH Teacher

SEMH Teacher (Primary) – Hillingdon | September 2026 | Full-Time | QTS Required

Location: Hillingdon (between Southall and Northolt)
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 4:15pm
Start Date: September 2026 (trial days available before start, with the potential to begin sooner)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

SEMH Teacher Job – Primary School in Hillingdon

Are you a passionate SEMH Teacher, Primary Teacher, or SEN Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in Hillingdon? We are recruiting for an experienced and committed Qualified Teacher (QTS) to join a highly regarded specialist primary school supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Based between Southall and Northolt, this well-resourced school offers excellent transport links, outstanding facilities, and a supportive leadership team dedicated to helping both pupils and staff succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), delivering tailored learning in a nurturing and structured environment.

About the School

The school is part of The Willows School Academy Trust, a specialist provision for primary-aged pupils with EHCPs. It supports children from across London and neighbouring counties, working closely with multiple local authorities, with many pupils coming from the London Borough of Hillingdon.

The school promotes a positive and inclusive culture where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally through a personalised approach to education.

Core Values

The school’s ethos is centred around five key values:

• Fairness
• Compassion
• Tolerance
• Friendliness
• Endeavour

These principles underpin every aspect of school life, helping pupils build resilience, confidence, independence, and positive relationships.

SEMH Teacher Responsibilities

As the successful SEMH Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support children in achieving their academic, social, and emotional goals.
• Implement positive behaviour management strategies to support pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Make full use of the school’s excellent facilities and specialist resources to maximise learning outcomes.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their potential.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Availability to attend trial days before September 2026, with flexibility to start earlier if suitable.

Why Apply?

• Join a respected and well-established SEMH primary school.
• Work in a supportive environment with strong leadership and collaborative staff.
• Access excellent facilities and specialist teaching resources.
• Benefit from ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Be part of a values-driven school committed to pupil wellbeing and success.
• Convenient Hillingdon location with excellent transport links to Southall, Northolt, and surrounding areas.

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic SEMH Teacher, Primary SEN Teacher, SEND Teacher, or Qualified Primary Teacher looking for your next challenge in Hillingdon, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to secure a trial day and take the next step in your teaching career for **September 2026.