SEMH Teacher

SEMH Teacher

Are you an SEMH Teacher with a passion for supporting young people who require structure, nurture and therapeutic support to thrive?

If so, a forward‑thinking Independent Specialist School in Croydon is on the hunt for multiple SEMH Teachers to join their team in April 2026.

The school provides specialist education for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often alongside additional diagnoses such as ASD and ADHD. The curriculum is highly personalised, combining academic progress with emotional regulation, life skills and therapeutic intervention to ensure pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive pathways for the future.

Classes are intentionally small, typically 6‑8 pupils, with strong pastoral and TA support in every room – meaning you can focus on high‑quality teaching, relationship building and meaningful progress.

• Starting April 2026
• MPS1 - UPS3 (dependent on experience)
• Full‑time position
• Located in Croydon
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to SEMH needs
• Embed behaviour regulation strategies and restorative approaches
• Work closely with support staff and therapists to ensure holistic provision
• Track progress academically and emotionally through personalised targets
• Play a key role in establishing the culture and ethos of a new site

• Independent Specialist School
• Caters for pupils with SEMH and associated needs
• Small class sizes with high staff‑to‑pupil ratios
• Therapeutic and nurture‑based approach
• Strong emphasis on relationships, regulation and re‑engagement in learning
• Supportive leadership team with clear vision for growth

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience working with SEMH pupils (mainstream or specialist)
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable learners
  
  Resilient, patient and emotionally intelligent
• Passionate about inclusive education and improving life chances

If this role as an SEMH Teacher sounds like the role for you, apply using your CV today!

Should you be shortlisted for the SEMH Teacher role, your dedicated consultant will be in touch within 24 hours.