Teacher ​/ Middle Leader - SEMH

Job Title: Teacher / Middle Leader - SEMH
Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: 750 - 1,500 per week Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications (MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable)
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time

A specialist SEND provision in Rochdale is seeking an experienced Teacher or Middle Leader to cover a class supporting learners with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is a flexible, learner-led area of the school, working with young people who often present with high anxiety and require a bespoke, trusting approach to re-engage with education. The role offers the opportunity to lead a small team and make a genuine difference in a nurturing, specialist environment.

• Lead and teach a class supporting learners with SEMH needs
• Deliver a flexible, learner-led curriculum tailored to individual engagement levels
• Support learners in building trust, confidence, and readiness to progress toward more structured learning
• Lead and support a team of Teaching Assistants within the class
• Implement and monitor EHCP targets and person-centred plans
• Liaise closely with families, external agencies, and the wider school leadership team

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching or leading within SEMH, SEND, or alternative provision settings
• Confidence managing a flexible, learner-led approach with students who may present high anxiety or complex behaviours Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Previous middle leadership experience is desirable but not essential

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have an enhanced DBS certificate already on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
• Provide two professional references from child-related roles
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

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