SEMH Teacher

Leader Education are seeking committed SEMH Teachers to work within a specialist school in Oldham. This role focuses on supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, helping them engage with learning in a structured and supportive environment.

As an SEMH Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons while supporting students in developing positive behaviour, emotional regulation and confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver structured lessons that engage students with SEMH needs.

• Support pupils who may experience barriers to learning due to behavioural or emotional challenges.

• Implement behaviour management strategies that promote positive choices and self-regulation.

• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and pastoral staff to support student wellbeing.

• Create a safe, supportive and consistent classroom environment.

• Track student progress and adapt teaching approaches where required.

Requirements:

• QTS, PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or behavioural needs.

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Resilient, patient and adaptable approach to teaching.

• Ability to build strong relationships with students and staff.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This role would suit candidates with experience in:

• SEMH schools or alternative provision

• Behaviour support or pastoral education roles

• PRU settings

• Youth work or mentoring

• SEND teaching

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a member of our team will contact you to discuss the next steps of your application.

About Us

Leader Education are committed to providing the highest level of service and candidates to the Education Sector. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and schools through our compassionate and comprehensive services. We are proud to support schools and to make a real difference.

What We Offer

• Ongoing Support and Training

• In-house Team Teach Training

• You own dedicated consultant

• Full compliance with AWR to ensure you get the right pay and working conditions.

As part of our Safer Recruitment, you will be required to go through our vetting process before you can work in a school. For this role you will require an Enhanced Child or Child and Adults DBS. This is mandatory to work in a school and if you do not have one you can apply for one through Leader Education.

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