SEMH Teacher

SEMH Teacher

Location:

Bradford, West Yorkshire

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract Type:
Full-time, Long-term

Rate: £140 - £220 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm

About the School

The school provides a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where pupils are supported to develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive learning behaviours. You will join a dedicated team focused on delivering high‑quality, child‑centred education that meets each learner's individual needs.

As an SEMH Teacher, you will

Deliver tailored teaching to primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs, using relational and trauma‑informed approaches.
Plan and differentiate lessons that support EHCP outcomes, emotional development and academic progress.
Work collaboratively with the SENCO, pastoral staff, therapists and parents/carers to ensure consistent, holistic support.
Embed emotional regulation strategies and promote positive behaviour through restorative and therapeutic practices.
Support progress across academic, social and emotional areas.

What We're Looking For

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Experience in SEMH or specialist settings, or strong SEMH knowledge within mainstream education.
Calm, empathetic and resilient practice with a commitment to trauma‑informed teaching.
Passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners.
Adaptable teaching methods to meet diverse emotional and learning needs.

To be eligible, you must

Hold Right to Work in the UK.
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered on the update service or be willing to apply for one.
Provide two professional, child‑related references.

Why work with us

Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities.
Supportive team environment with ongoing CPD focused on SEMH and therapeutic approaches.
Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people with complex needs.
Long-term, stable role within a forward‑thinking, nurturing school.

If you are an enthusiastic SEMH Teacher ready to make a difference in Bradford, please apply with your up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All safeguarding and vetting checks must be completed before placement. Anyone working with children or vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

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