We are looking for a SEMH Teacher to join a supportive specialist education setting and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.
This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who understands that every student is different and is committed to creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where young people can develop academically, socially and emotionally.
You will work with students who may have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop the confidence, resilience and skills they need to succeed.
The Role
As an SEMH Teacher, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of students.
- Create a calm, structured and positive learning environment.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
- Support students with their social, emotional and behavioural development.
- Use positive behaviour management strategies and restorative approaches.
- Adapt teaching and learning to accommodate different abilities and needs.
- Monitor student progress and provide appropriate feedback.
- Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, families and external professionals.
- Contribute to individual support plans and wider student development.
- Promote independence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning.
- Maintain high expectations while recognising and responding to individual needs.
About You
We are looking for a teacher who is:
- Patient, empathetic and approachable.
- Confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner.
- Experienced in, or passionate about, working with young people with SEMH needs.
- Able to build positive relationships with students who may have experienced barriers to education.
- Flexible and creative in their approach to teaching.
- Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
- Committed to inclusive education and giving every young person the opportunity to succeed.
- A strong communicator who works well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- DBS on the update service or the willingness to obtain one
QTS is desirable, and experience within SEMH, alternative provision, PRUs, SEND or specialist settings would be advantageous. We would also consider teachers with strong mainstream experience who are looking to move into a specialist setting.
What We Offer
- A supportive and welcoming team.
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference.
- Small class sizes and opportunities for individualised teaching.
- Opportunities for professional development and specialist training.
- A positive and nurturing working environment.
- The opportunity to help young people re-engage with education and reach their potential.
- Competitive rates of pay
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
