Are you a passionate educator ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
Join our dedicated and supportive team at a specialist SEMH secondary school, where every day is a chance to inspire, engage, and transform lives.
About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable General Cover Teacher to work across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a broad and balanced curriculum to students with SEMH needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school that prioritises student well-being, therapeutic support, and tailored education.
You will be covering lessons across a range of subjects with pre-prepared materials or your own lesson plans, depending on the school’s needs. The role may include pastoral responsibilities and active participation in the wider school community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and accessible lessons across a range of subjects
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs and behavioural profiles
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
- Collaborate with SENCOs, Teaching Assistants, and therapists to support individual education plans (IEPs)
- Manage classroom behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches
- Monitor and report on student progress
About the School:
- A supportive, specialist secondary school dedicated to SEMH students
- Small class sizes (typically 6–10 students per class)
- Excellent pastoral and behavioural support teams
- Focus on building trust, resilience, and lifelong learning skills
- On-site training and ongoing CPD opportunities in trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, and more
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
✅ QTS / QTLS (or relevant teaching qualification)
✅ Experience teaching or supporting students with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs
✅ Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
✅ A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to teaching
✅ Ability to differentiate lessons to meet diverse needs
✅ A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Desirable but not essential:
- Team Teach, MAPA, or similar behaviour training
- Experience working in a PRU, alternative provision, or specialist SEMH setting
- Subject specialism in English, Maths, Science, PE, or PSHE
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily rates and weekly pay
- Dedicated consultant support (if through an agency)
- Opportunities for permanent contracts or long-term placements
- Access to tailored CPD and training
- The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day