Year 1 Teacher – SEMH Experience 📍 Colchester, Essex

Year 1 Teacher – SEMH Experience 📍 Colchester, Essex
🕒 Full-time | Long-term / Permanent (depending on suitability)
💷 MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
📅 Start Date: ASAP / Next Term
The Role We are seeking a dedicated and nurturing Year 1 Teacher with proven SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) experience to join a supportive primary setting in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher who is committed to inclusive practice and supporting pupils with additional emotional and behavioural needs.
You will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated lessons within a KS1 curriculum, while creating a calm, structured, and supportive classroom environment that enables all pupils to thrive.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, creative lessons aligned with the Year 1 National Curriculum
• Support pupils with SEMH needs, using positive behaviour strategies and trauma-informed approaches
• Create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
• Differentiate learning to meet a range of emotional, behavioural and academic needs
• Work closely with the SENCO, pastoral team, support staff and parents
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to support plans and reviews
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child protection at all times

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Has experience working with pupils with SEMH needs, either in mainstream or specialist settings
• Strong behaviour management skills with a calm, consistent approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Passionate about early years / KS1 education and inclusive practice
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a wider school team

What’s on Offer

• Supportive leadership and a welcoming staff team
• Access to ongoing CPD and SEMH-focused training
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in pupils’ lives
• Competitive pay in line with MPS/UPS
• Potential for a permanent role for the right candidate