Job description
Job Title: Primary Teacher
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £34,068 - £52,834 per annum (MPS/UPS – Depending on experience)
Are you a dedicated Primary Teacher with experience supporting pupils with SEN and SEMH needs? Do you have the passion, resilience, and creativity to provide an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally?
GSL Education Hull branch are currently looking for a compassionate and committed Primary Teacher to work within a specialist educational setting in Scarborough. We are looking for an inspiring educator who has experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and who is committed to helping every learner reach their full potential.
As a Primary Teacher, you will deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with a range of additional needs. You will work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and pastoral staff to create a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to succeed.
Main Responsibilities as a Primary Teacher:
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with SEN and SEMH.
- Create a positive, nurturing, and structured classroom environment that promotes learning and emotional wellbeing.
- Implement personalised learning strategies and behaviour support plans to maximise student engagement.
- Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, adapting teaching approaches where necessary.
- Work collaboratively with support staff, parents, carers, and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes for pupils.
- Promote positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and social development through consistent support and encouragement.
Primary Teacher Minimum Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Experience teaching primary-aged pupils with SEN and SEMH needs within a specialist or mainstream setting.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills, with knowledge of positive behaviour support strategies.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine commitment to inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners.
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive rates of pay, with long-term placements paid in line with the relevant MPS/UPS scale from day one.
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability and career aspirations.
- Access to short-term, long-term, and permanent positions.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialist SEND training.
- The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children with additional needs.
If you are a passionate Primary Teacher with SEN and SEMH experience looking for your next opportunity in Scarborough, we would love to hear from you.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘Primary Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Scarborough.