SEMH Teacher - 12 Month Fixed Term

Summary:

Join a SEMH Teacher - 12 Month Fixed Term role at a school committed to supporting children with complex needs.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to providing a holistic education that fosters personal growth, responsibility, and respect for others. It prioritizes the development of character, independence, and a strong moral foundation in all students.

The Opportunity:

As a SEMH Teacher, you will play a crucial role in supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This role requires a passionate and dedicated educator who can build strong relationships, deliver high-quality teaching, and contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach English and/or Maths to GCSE level, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs.
• Develop and maintain positive, nurturing relationships with students and their families.
• Implement a creative and engaging curriculum that supports academic and personal development.
• Manage complex and challenging behaviours with empathy, consistency, and professionalism.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Participate in decision-making processes that shape the school’s academic and extra-curricular offerings.
• Provide regular and constructive feedback to students, parents, and colleagues.
• Attend and contribute to training and supervision sessions to enhance professional development.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Post Graduate Education Certificate (PGCE)
• A proven record of good or outstanding teaching practice
• Excellent communication and emotional intelligence skills
• Ability to teach a subject specialism to GCSE or equivalent vocational level
• Experience working with children with SEMH difficulties and managing challenging behaviours
• Experience implementing a creative and academically engaging curriculum

Preferred

• Experience of working with hard-to-reach or disengaged families
• Experience in crisis management and therapeutic support
• Experience in trauma-informed teaching practices

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Staff laptop and mobile phone provided
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities
• Small class sizes with specialist TA support
• Enhanced occupational sickness scheme
• Flexible pension options
• Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision
• Access to wellbeing services and salary sacrifice schemes