Job Description

Inclusion Base Teacher (SEMH)

Full Time | September 2026 Start | Wandsworth Borough

A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in the Wandsworth borough is seeking an experienced and compassionate Inclusion Base Teacher to join their specialist SEMH provision from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled teacher with a strong understanding of social, emotional and mental health needs to make a genuine impact within a supportive and child-centred school community.

The school is committed to relational practice, trauma-informed approaches and inclusive education, ensuring every child feels safe, valued and able to succeed both academically and emotionally.

The Role

As the Inclusion Base Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching and therapeutic support for pupils with SEMH needs within a specialist provision attached to the mainstream setting.

You will work closely with senior leaders, support staff, families and external agencies to provide a structured, nurturing and aspirational learning environment that supports emotional regulation, engagement and progress.

The role will include:

Delivering adaptive and inclusive teaching tailored to individual needs

Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and social development

Creating strong routines and positive relationships to promote engagement

Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, families and outside professionals

Supporting reintegration into mainstream classrooms where appropriate

Using trauma-informed and attachment-aware approaches in daily practice

Contributing to the ongoing development of the SEMH provision

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

Have substantial experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs within mainstream or specialist settings

Demonstrate strong knowledge of trauma-informed, nurture-based and attachment-aware practice

Have excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills

Possess a strong understanding of SEND processes and inclusive teaching strategies

Be resilient, reflective and passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils

Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable Experience

Experience within a specialist resource base, nurture provision or alternative provision

National SENCo Qualification

Additional training or qualifications linked to SEMH, SEND or inclusion

The School Offers

A supportive and inclusive leadership team

A strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development

Excellent collaboration across the school community

The opportunity to make a lasting difference to children with additional needs

Excellent transport links across South West LondonThis role would suit an experienced teacher, SEND teacher or inclusion specialist looking to work within a highly supportive mainstream primary setting with a strong commitment to inclusive practice.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch today.

Reeson Education:

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Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07