SEMH specialist Primary Teacher Needed in St Helens


Company:	TeacherActive Ltd
Salary:	£140 to £220 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WA9
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	17 Aug 2026
Closing date:	16 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Teacher

Location: St Helens

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £140 - £220 per day

Are you a passionate Teacher looking to make a real difference to children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you have the resilience and creativity to engage pupils who require a nurturing and therapeutic approach to learning?

Are you looking for a rewarding long-term teaching role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist alternative provision in St Helens that provides a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment for primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is committed to rebuilding confidence, developing resilience and helping every child achieve positive educational and personal outcomes through strong relationships, personalised learning and high expectations.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Teacher on a long-term basis with an immediate start, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right Teacher. The successful Teacher will plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with SEMH, while promoting positive behaviour, supporting emotional development and working closely with teaching assistants, families and the wider pastoral team.

The successful Teacher will have:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• The ability to deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet individual learning needs

• A patient, resilient and nurturing approach to teaching

• A commitment to supporting pupils both academically and emotionally

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click

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EMAIL:zoe.walker@teacheractive.com

CONTACT NUMBER:0151 675 0888

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.

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