SEMH Teacher

Be the teacher who helps students rediscover trust in education and rebuild their future in a specialist SEMH setting based in Wigan where your impact truly matters.

SEMH Teacher (full time, temporary)
Wigan
£800 - £1100 per week PAYE (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

Start date:

October 2026

This specialist SEMH school in Wigan supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs through a structured approach, where strong relationships, consistency and adaptable teaching styles help young people make real progress and succeed.

As an SEMH Teacher, you will deliver the National Curriculum through an adapted and flexible approach, supporting pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health needs. You will balance learning with pastoral care, using clear boundaries and restorative strategies to rebuild trust, re-engage learners and promote positive behaviour.

You will be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team with the time and resources to make a real difference. Teachers from all subject specialisms are encouraged to apply, especially those passionate about SEMH, inclusion and behaviour support who want to see the impact of their work every day.

• Hold a recognised UK teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Have experience working with pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning barriers
• Evidence a strong understanding of Social, Emotional and Mental Health and differentiated teaching approaches
• Demonstrate strong classroom management, communication and relationship-building skills
• Communicate effectively with pupils, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Show a commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred education and equal opportunities

As an SEMH Teacher and part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.