Primary SEMH Teacher – December 2026 or January 2027 start

Are you an experienced Primary Teacher or a passionate educator with aspirations to work in SEN, looking to lead a specialised SEMH provision within a mainstream school?

Primary SEMH Teacher | What’s on Offer:

• Permanent, full-time role starting in December 2026 or January 2027 
• Lead and shape a pioneering SEMH provision within a mainstream primary school
• Work alongside an experienced leadership team to implement innovative strategies
• Play a key role in the expansion of the SEMH programme and influence classroom practice

Primary SEMH Teacher | The Role:

• Deliver high-quality, personalised teaching for primary pupils with SEMH needs
• Support pupils’ emotional regulation, engagement, and academic progress
• Collaborate with pastoral, SEN, and leadership teams to ensure consistent interventions
• Contribute to curriculum development and classroom strategies across the SEMH provision
• Champion inclusive and innovative practice within a mainstream school environment

Primary SEMH Teacher | Who We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher with UK QTS
• A collaborative leader committed to high standards and meaningful impact
• Someone able to work across the school, supporting staff and promoting best-practice SEMH strategies

If you are ready to take on an exciting and high-impact SEMH role, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of inclusion in primary education.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters, supporting educators to secure long-term and permanent roles, including this Primary SEMH Teacher position.

Primary SEMH Teacher – December 2026 or January 2027 Start

SEMH Practitioner – Bexley – December 2026

Are you experienced in supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health needs and looking to make a meaningful impact in a primary school setting?

Join a forward-thinking school in Bexley as an SEMH Practitioner, working directly with pupils to provide targeted support and interventions that help them regulate emotions, engage in learning, and develop confidence.

You will be joining a unique and developing provision, recognised as the first primary SEMH school within the mainstream school setting in the borough of Bexley. Having started the previous academic year with approximately 12 pupils, the provision is on an exciting journey of expansion, with pupil numbers forecast to exceed 60 by the end of the current academic year. Significant investment is being made into the school, including brand-new, purpose-built classrooms specifically designed and tailored to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing provision at a pivotal stage, play an active role in shaping its future and make a genuine difference to the educational and emotional development of its pupils. 

SEMH Practitioner | What’s on Offer:

• Competitive Outer London Salary – MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance
• Permanent, full-time role starting in December 2026
• 36 hours per week, term-time only
• Work alongside experienced teachers and SEN/SEMH specialists
• Play a key role in delivering SEMH interventions and promoting positive behaviour

SEMH Practitioner | The Role:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation, engagement, and resilience within the classroom
• Support teachers in implementing behaviour strategies and structured interventions
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching and pastoral teams
• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

SEMH Practitioner | Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school or similar setting
• A calm, patient, and proactive individual able to manage challenging behaviour
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with staff and pupils
• Commitment to helping pupils achieve their potential and thrive in school
• UK Qualified Teacher Status with experience working as a Primary Teacher in the United Kingdom

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters, supporting professionals to secure long-term and permanent roles, including this SEMH Practitioner position in Bexley.

SEMH Practitioner – Bexley – INDHOT – December 2026

Reading Teaching Assistant | Waltham Forest | Immediate Start

A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a Reading Teaching Assistant for an immediate start on a full-time basis until July 2027, with strong potential for extension. This role is ideal for a graduate with strong child-centred experience looking to support KS1–KS2 pupils through targeted literacy, reading and writing interventions.

The school has built a strong reputation for literacy and inclusion, with Reading outcomes consistently above national averages across KS1 and KS2. Leaders place significant emphasis on vocabulary development, phonics and reading fluency through carefully planned intervention programmes. SEND provision is also a major strength, with specialist staff and tailored strategies helping pupils access the curriculum successfully.

Reading Teaching Assistant – Immediate Start | Waltham Forest

£498.54 weekly via PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)

What the school offers:

• Full-time contract until July 2027 with potential extension

• Dedicated reading corners and intervention spaces

• Opportunities to build strong relationships with KS1–KS2 pupils

• Specialist phonics and literacy intervention training

• Weekly CPD focused on SEND, safeguarding and classroom practice

The role will involve:

• Delivering targeted reading, writing and literacy interventions

• Supporting pupils with SEND through small-group and 1:1 sessions

• Improving pupils' reading fluency, comprehension and confidence

• Monitoring pupil progress alongside teaching staff

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a strong degree from a leading UK university

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Possess strong child-centred experience working with young people

• Demonstrate patience, initiative and enthusiasm for education

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience while making a genuine difference to pupils' literacy development.

Ribbons & Reeves is one of London’s leading Education Recruitment agencies. We specialise in helping support staff secure long-term and permanent roles like this Reading Teaching Assistant position in Waltham Forest. For more opportunities, search 'Ribbons & Reeves' online or get in touch today – we’re here to support your next step.

Primary Teacher | Bishop’s Stortford

Are you a passionate, creative, and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in a specialist educational setting? Do you thrive on helping pupils develop their confidence, overcome barriers to learning, and reach their full potential?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Primary Teacher to join a specialist Alternative Provision in the Bishop’s Stortford area. This setting supports pupils across KS1 and KS2, providing a nurturing and personalised learning environment where every child is encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The ideal candidate will hold UK QTS and have a genuine passion for delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that cater to a variety of learning abilities and needs.

Primary Teacher | Role Overview

• Primary Teacher – Starting January 

• Full-time, term-time only

• Teaching pupils across KS1 and KS2

• Competitive salary: MPS–UPS

• Opportunity to work alongside experienced specialist teachers and education professionals

• Small class sizes, allowing for a personalised approach to teaching and learning

Primary Teacher | Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging, and differentiated lessons across KS1 and KS2, catering to a range of abilities and individual learning needs.

• Teach core subjects, helping pupils strengthen their foundational knowledge and close gaps in learning.

• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn.

• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to ensure all pupils can access the curriculum and experience success.

• Work with small groups of up to six pupils, alongside providing individual support where necessary.

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and a genuine enthusiasm for learning.

• Collaborate with specialist colleagues to promote pupils' academic achievement, wellbeing, and personal development.

Primary Teacher | The Setting

Based in the Bishop’s Stortford area, this growing Alternative Provision offers a fantastic opportunity for a Primary Teacher who wants to make a genuine difference outside of a traditional mainstream classroom.

The provision is committed to giving pupils across KS1 and KS2 the opportunity to re-engage with education through personalised teaching, consistent support, and positive relationships. With smaller teaching groups and access to specialist professionals, teachers can focus on understanding each pupil as an individual and delivering learning experiences that are both accessible and rewarding.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Primary Teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and wants to be part of a supportive team making a meaningful difference to children's lives.

If you are an enthusiastic Primary Teacher interested in this opportunity in Bishop’s Stortford, please contact Lauren Cook-Abbott at Ribbons & Reeves or click ‘apply’ to be considered.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles across the education sector. For more opportunities, visit our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you with your application.

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Primary Teacher | Epping Forest

Are you an enthusiastic, adaptable, and engaging individual seeking a role supporting primary school students? This Primary Teacher role offers the opportunity to teach students across KS1 and/or KS2 within a specialist Alternative Provision.

If you hold UK QTS and have relevant teaching experience then this Primary Teacher role could be an excellent opportunity for you.

Primary Teacher | Job Summary

• Primary Teacher – Commencing in January (Permanent)

• Full-time, term-time only Primary Teacher role

• Teach students across KS1/KS2

• Work alongside qualified SEMH professionals and Specialist Teachers

• Salary: MPS–UPS
  
  

Primary Teacher | Job Role

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to students across KS1 and KS2, focusing on core subjects and addressing gaps in their learning

• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs and help students make meaningful academic progress

• Teach small groups of up to 6 students and provide 1:1 support where required

• Support students with SEMH, ASD, trauma-related needs, and behavioural challenges

• Work closely with specialist staff to support students' academic progress, behaviour, and wider development
  
  

Primary Teacher | School Details

This Primary Teacher position is based at a rapidly expanding Alternative Provision in Epping Forest.

This setting supports students who require a more personalised approach to education. The school is seeking a proactive Primary Teacher who can deliver accessible, engaging lessons to students across KS1 and/or KS2, helping them address gaps in their learning and progress towards their academic goals.

If this Primary Teacher role is of interest to you, please contact Lauren Cook-Abbott at Ribbons & Reeves or click ‘apply’ to be considered.

Ribbons & Reeves are Essex & London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Primary Teacher position in Epping Forest. For other opportunities, visit our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you with your application.

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Economics Graduate – Barking & Dagenham

Are you an Economics Graduate looking to kick-start your career in education? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming school in Barking & Dagenham, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a secondary school environment from January 2027.

Economics Graduate – Role Overview

• Work alongside an experienced team of Teachers who will support your development and provide valuable insight into working within education.

• Opportunity to support the Economics department, using your subject knowledge to help engage and inspire students.

• Potential to take on additional responsibilities and gain experience across different areas of the school.

• Full-time position, Monday – Friday, starting in January 2027.

• Salary: Starting from £92 per day, paid weekly through PAYE.

• Located in Barking & Dagenham.

• Potential for the role to become permanent, with opportunities to explore other areas of the school.

Economics Graduate – Responsibilities

• Support the Economics department in delivering engaging and informative lessons to students across KS4 and KS5.

• Provide additional academic support to students, helping them develop their understanding of key economic concepts.

• Use your subject knowledge to encourage student participation and build confidence in the classroom.

• Work collaboratively with Teachers and other support staff to contribute to the wider school environment.

• Be flexible and open to supporting different departments or areas of the school where required.

Economics Graduate – Requirements

• A degree in Economics or a closely related subject.

• Strong subject knowledge and a genuine interest in education.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A proactive, enthusiastic attitude and willingness to get involved in school life.

• Previous experience working in a school is desirable but not essential.

If you are an enthusiastic Economics Graduate looking to gain valuable experience in education and explore a potential long-term career in teaching or support, then get in touch today!

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Economics Graduate position in Barking & Dagenham. For other opportunities, visit our website or search 'Ribbons & Reeves'. We look forward to supporting you with your application!

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