SEMH Primary Teacher – Full Time

Specialist SEMH School – Near Horsham

Start Date: ASAP or September 2026
Salary: Main Pay Scale (M1–M6)
Contract: Full‑time, long‑term (potential permanent opportunity)

Transform Lives Through Education in a Specialist SEMH Setting

Pink Tile Education is supporting a fantastic SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) primary school just outside Horsham in their search for a committed, resilient and nurturing Primary Teacher to join their brilliant team.

This school offers an incredibly supportive, structured and therapeutic environment for pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs. Staff work together to help children regulate, build confidence, develop emotional literacy and access learning in a personalised, meaningful way.

If you’re a teacher who is patient, emotionally intelligent, and passionate about helping children overcome barriers and thrive, this role could be the perfect fit.

What the School Offers

• A warm, dedicated and highly skilled staff team
• Small class sizes with strong TA and pastoral support
• A therapeutic, trauma‑informed approach
• Excellent training and CPD (SEMH, behaviour support, safeguarding)
• Supportive senior leadership and clear wellbeing focus
• A collaborative environment where every child is truly known

The Role

• Full teaching responsibilities within a KS1 or KS2 SEMH class (depending on experience)
• Delivering a creative, adapted curriculum that meets individual needs
• Building trusting, consistent relationships with pupils
• Planning lessons that incorporate social‑emotional learning and academic progress
• Working closely with behaviour specialists, TAs and therapists
• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, resilience and confidence
• Creating a safe, predictable and nurturing classroom environment

About You

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are a qualified primary teacher (ECT or experienced)
• Have an interest in SEMH, behaviour, trauma‑informed practice or alternative provision
• Bring patience, empathy and resilience to your work
• Are calm, consistent and confident in de‑escalation
• Can build strong relationships based on trust and respect
• Are passionate about helping children achieve both emotionally and academically
• Believe in inclusive practice and the power of early intervention

Experience in SEMH is an advantage—but not essential. The school is very open to teachers with the right mindset and attitude.

Why Work With Pink Tile Education?

• Friendly, honest, supportive communication
• Strong relationships with specialist and mainstream schools across West Sussex
• A consultant (Blair) who genuinely cares about finding the right fit
• Opportunities for progression and long‑term roles

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a child‑centred SEMH school near Horsham, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today, or contact Blair at Pink Tile Education for a friendly, confidential conversation about the role

Safeguarding:

The school is highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services.

Join the team and help make a difference in the lives of the students. Apply now to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply below.