Job description
Primary Teacher
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Maternity Cover, Full Time
Salary: MPS/UPS
GSL Education is working alongside a reputable alternative provision in York to appoint a full-time Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher for a 1 year maternity cover, due to start in April 2026. You will be working within a Year 5 and 6 class, made up of 6 students, working at Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2 levels.
About the School:
- Specialist provision for SEMH needs supporting pupils aged 5–16 who struggle in mainstream settings, with a strong focus on tailored emotional and academic support.
- Primary provision is highly personalised, with small group teaching, adapted National Curriculum delivery, and emphasis on literacy, phonics, and core skill development.
- Strong focus on building trusting relationships, emotional regulation, and social skills alongside academic progress.
- High staff-to-pupil ratios, allowing teachers autonomy to adapt lessons and provide meaningful differentiation.
- Holistic approach to education, incorporating PSHCE, wellbeing, and therapeutic support to prepare pupils for successful reintegration or onward pathways.
As the Ideal Primary Teacher, you will:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching within a primary setting.
- Proven experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or additional behavioural needs.
- Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Experience delivering differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures and commitment to promoting pupil wellbeing.
To apply for the position of Primary Teacher at a specialist provision in York, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with safer recruitment practices.