SEMH Teacher

SEMH Teacher

Full-Time SEMH Teacher | Long-Term Opportunity | Immediate & Upcoming Starts

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Trowbridge. This is a full-time, long-term SEMH Teacher role supporting children and young people who benefit from consistency, structure, and emotionally informed teaching.

This opportunity is ideal for a SEMH Teacher who recognises that behaviour is a form of communication and who can remain calm, reflective, and resilient in a therapeutic learning environment. Relationship-building is central to this setting, with staff working collaboratively to provide pupils with stability, safety, and renewed confidence in learning.

The school supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, often alongside autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and trauma-related experiences. Small class sizes and strong pastoral systems allow every SEMH Teacher the time to teach with purpose and impact.

• Demonstrates emotional intelligence, consistency, and patience
• Has experience as a SEMH Teacher, PRU Teacher, or within trauma-informed settings (or a strong interest in SEMH education)
• Understands that behaviour often reflects unmet emotional needs
• Can balance clear expectations with empathy and compassion
• Builds meaningful, trusting relationships with pupils
• Adapts teaching to meet both academic and emotional needs
• Works effectively with TAs, pastoral staff, and external professionals
• Manages challenging behaviour safely and professionally
• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice
• Is seeking a long-term SEMH Teacher role where relationships are prioritised

• Full-time, long-term SEMH Teacher position in Trowbridge
• Teaching small groups of pupils with SEMH needs
• Planning and delivering flexible, engaging lessons
• Supporting emotional regulation, routines, and positive behaviour
• Working as part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team
• Making a meaningful difference to pupils who need stability and understanding
• The role will begin on a temporary basis, with a strong opportunity for a permanent SEMH Teacher position for the right candidate.

• Supportive leadership with a clear focus on SEMH provision
• A close-knit, caring staff team
• Ongoing training in trauma-informed practice and behaviour support
• Small class sizes with realistic expectations
• A SEMH Teacher role where relationships truly come before results

If you are a SEMH Teacher seeking a full-time role in Trowbridge and want to work in a school that values empathy, consistency, and emotional wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.

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