Primary Teacher

Primary Teacher
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Full-Time, 1 Year Maternity Cover
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teacher to join a specialist provision in York for a 1-year maternity cover, starting April 2026. This is a full-time opportunity to work with a small group of pupils with Autism and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, delivering highly personalised learning in a supportive and structured environment.

This role would suit a teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and is confident adapting teaching approaches to support pupils with additional needs.

About the School:

The school is a specialist provision supporting pupils aged 5 16 who require additional support to engage successfully with education. Many pupils have Autism, SEMH needs or other additional learning needs, and benefit from a highly personalised approach to learning.

• Small class sizes allowing for tailored teaching and strong relationship-building
• High staff-to-pupil ratios providing additional support in the classroom
• A nurturing environment focused on emotional wellbeing, behaviour regulation and personal development
• A curriculum designed to support both academic progress and life skills
• A collaborative staff team committed to supporting pupils who may struggle in mainstream settings

The Role:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated primary curriculum lessons to a small class group.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of pupils with Autism and SEMH.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour through consistent routines and positive strategies.
• Work closely with teaching assistants and pastoral staff to provide individualised support.
• Track pupil progress and celebrate small but meaningful achievements.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH or additional learning needs.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils who may find school challenging.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Dedicated consultants providing ongoing support.
• Competitive pay rates with all long term roles paid to scale from day 1.
• Opportunities to work within specialist and alternative provisions.
• Access to a wide network of schools across the region.

To apply for this Primary Teacher role in York, please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link or contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education for further information.

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.