Job Opportunities
All adults who work at Richard Atkins Primary School are committed to inspiring curiosity and the courage to succeed.
Job vacancies arise from time to time where members of our team move on to new posts in other areas or where we create new opportunities to better meet the needs of our children.
Vacancies are published here, advertised locally and sometimes advertised nationally.
Richard Atkins is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to tackling discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity within the school and its wider community. We seek, through our policies and actions, to be an inclusive organisation at all times.
Thank you for your interest, we currently the following vacancy:
SEMH Learning Mentor – Alternative Provision (The Bubble)
Join Our Team and Help Change Lives
Richard Atkins Primary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Learning Mentor to join The Bubble, our nurturing on-site alternative provision for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who believes in the power of relationships, understands that behaviour is communication, and is committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning. Working closely with pupils, families, school leaders and external professionals, you will play a key role in supporting children to develop emotional resilience, build positive relationships and successfully engage with education.
We are looking for an individual who is calm, resilient and empathetic, with experience of working with children or young people, particularly those with SEMH needs, trauma or attachment difficulties.
At Richard Atkins Primary School, we are passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. In return, we offer a supportive and values-driven school community, high-quality professional development, and the chance to make a lasting difference to children's lives.
Closing Date: Monday 2 November 2026
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SENCO/Director of Inclusion at Richard Atkins
Are you passionate about championing the needs of all children and ensuring every pupil can flourish?
Richard Atkins Primary School is looking for an exceptional SENCO/Director of Inclusion to join our dedicated and ambitious team. We are seeking a strategic leader who shares our belief that every child can achieve and who is committed to delivering outstanding provision for pupils with SEND.
As SENCO/Director of Inclusion, you will play a pivotal role in driving our vision for inclusion, supporting staff, working closely with families and external partners, and securing the best possible outcomes for our pupils.
Our school is a vibrant, diverse and welcoming community where high expectations, strong relationships and a commitment to excellence underpin all that we do.
If you are ready to make a significant impact and help shape the future of SEND provision at Richard Atkins, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Closing Date: 6 November 2026
Interviews: 17 November 2026
For further information please contact ncorrea@richardatkins.org