Primary teacher (SEMH/SEN)

Permanent

full-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference EH-PRI-1712_1766006962

Closing date January 17, 2026

Location Darlington, United Kingdom

Type

Full-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Primary teacher (SEMH, SEN)

Start date: February 2026 or sooner Location: Stockton‑on‑Tees Contract: Permanent for the right candidate

Salary: MPS/UPS

Are you an inspiring Primary Teacher with QTS who thrives on making a real difference? This specialist SEMH/SEN provision supports pupils aged 5-18 with diverse needs, offering a nurturing, therapeutic and highly personalised environment where children feel safe, understood and able to achieve their potential.

Why this role is exceptional

• Join a provision rated Good by inspectors, recognised for its warm relationships, strong routines and safe, caring environment.
• Teach small groups where pupils receive highly personalised curriculum pathways, tailored to their starting points and individual needs.
• Benefit from an integrated clinical, pastoral and education team who work together to assess and remove barriers to learning.
• Support pupils to develop talents and interests through weekly enrichment opportunities such as art, cultural visits, horse riding and outdoor skills.

We are seeking a committed and creative Primary Teacher who:

• Brings strong classroom practice and a nurturing, trauma‑informed approach
• Can adapt learning to support SEMH, ASD and associated needs
• Builds meaningful relationships that help young people feel safe, motivated and valued
• Embraces personalised learning, therapeutic approaches and flexibility
• Works collaboratively with experienced multi‑disciplinary staff

What you'll gain

• A genuinely rewarding role in a setting where pupils often say it's the most positive school experience they've ever had!
• A supportive team that invests in your development
• The opportunity to shape learning for pupils who benefit most from care, creativity and consistency
• A permanent opportunity for the right practitioner who shares the school's child‑centred ethos

If you want to work somewhere where your impact is visible every day, we would love to hear from you! Please apply below or contact Ed Hyland at ehyland@veritas-education.com

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'