Class Teacher for an SEMH Unit
Winnersh Primary School, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 5LH19 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
23 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
4 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time Hours in Line with Teacher Pay and Conditions
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS or UPS Dependent on Experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
Our Ideal Candidate
You might be an experienced SEMH practitioner, or a teacher with a passion for inclusive education. Either way, you could be exactly who we need if you:
- Have QTS and experience in SEMH, SEND or inclusive practice.
- Bring warmth, patience and empathy to the role.
- See the potential in every child — even when they can’t see it in themselves yet.
- Communicate openly and kindly, building strong relationships with families and colleagues.
- Plan creatively and adapt learning so that every child can access and enjoy it.
- Are ready to embrace our values and help shape a nurturing, inclusive community.
If your approach is grounded in care, connection and high expectations, you’ll fit right in.
In this role you will:
- Be able to contribute to the development of a new SRP.
- Design personalised, nurturing and trauma‑informed learning experiences that remove barriers and open up opportunities.
- Create a classroom environment that feels predictable, calm and safe — a place where children can be themselves.
- Teach a small cohort of initially six children with SEMH needs.
- Build strong, trusting relationships that help children regulate their emotions, develop resilience and celebrate their strengths.
- Work in partnership with families and a family support worker, helping rebuild confidence and ensuring families feel welcomed, respected and listened to.
- Collaborate closely with teachers, leaders, external agencies and Educational Psychologists to create wraparound support for each child.
- Support pupils to transition into or reconnect with mainstream settings when they’re ready, ensuring they feel held every step of the way.
- Model inclusive values and always uphold the highest safeguarding standards.
What the school offers its staff
Working at Winnersh Primary – what you can expect:
- A school community that champions its members and welcomes their voice.
- High expectations for all.
- Supportive leadership who value your wellbeing and professional growth.
- Access to the Employment Assistance Programme that we pay into.
- The chance to help shape the future of our new Specialist Resource Provision.
- A creative, inspiring environment that embraces outdoor learning and hands-on experiences.
- A culture of trust, honesty and genuine collaboration.
- Protected time for training, supervision and meaningful CPD.
- A team who will cheer you on, stand beside you, and celebrate every success — big or small.
Further information about the job
Help Us Build a Place Where Every Child Feels They Belong – The Nest
Do you believe every child deserves a learning space where they feel understood, supported and valued for exactly who they are?
Are you passionate about helping children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs grow in confidence, joy and independence?
If so, we would love to meet you.
Winnersh Primary School is excited to welcome a warm, dedicated SEMH SRP Teacher to help shape our brand-new Specialist Resource Provision (SRP). We are opening a unit, The Nest, and this role offers the chance to build something truly special — a place where inclusivity is more than a principle; it’s a daily practice.
At Winnersh Primary School, our approach is rooted in the belief that every child can thrive when they feel a sense of belonging. Personal Development of pupils is a real strength of the school.
We celebrate individuality.
We strive for equity for all. We nurture curiosity. We prioritise wellbeing. And above all, we create spaces where children feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
Our curriculum, shaped by our strap line ‘Where Learning is an Adventure’ is designed to be accessible, enriching and meaningful for all children.
Our values ‘Embrace Challenge, Get Involved and Show Kindness and Respect’ guide our relationships, our decisions and our daily interactions. They’re not just words on a wall; they’re woven into the heart of our school community.
If you’re a teacher who leads with your heart, believes deeply in inclusivity and wants to make a lasting difference, we’d love to welcome you to Winnersh.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Winnersh Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 368 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Winnersh Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@winnersh.wokingham.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01189782590
Winnersh Primary School is a well-established and community based primary school, with a diverse population. It is a well-resourced, two-form entry primary school. Our children are thoughtful, caring, well-behaved and keen to learn. The staff team is committed and dedicated to progressing and developing this school so that it can offer the best possible education for the superb children in the school community.
Arranging a visit to Winnersh Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@winnersh.wokingham.sch.uk.
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