English Teacher (QTS) - SEMH Specialist

Protocol Education Ltd; Harlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive specialist school in Harlow is seeking a dedicated English Teacher (QTS) with a genuine passion for supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role offers a chance to teach creatively and build strong relationships in a nurturing environment. Small class sizes, ongoing training, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact are key elements of this rewarding position. Apply now to reshape the future for SEMH learners.

Benefits

Training and ongoing professional development

Supportive team that values wellbeing

Small class sizes

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – English specialism preferred.
• Genuine passion for SEMH education.
• Strong behaviour management and calm, empathetic approach.
• Ability to inspire confidence and create engaging lessons.
• Patient and committed to helping pupils thrive.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Build strong relationships and re‑engage pupils with learning.
• Teach creatively in a safe and nurturing environment.
• Make a lasting impact on pupils who need it most.

Skills

Passion for SEMH education

Strong behaviour management

Empathetic approach

Ability to build trust

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher (QTS) – SEMH Specialist | Immediate or January Start

Are you a passionate English Teacher with QTS who thrives on making a real difference to young people’s lives? Are you motivated, resilient, and excited by the idea of supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are working with a warm, supportive specialist school that is looking for a dedicated English Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to teach creatively, build strong relationships, and help pupils re‑engage with learning in a safe, nurturing environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – English specialism preferred
• A genuine passion for SEMH education
• Strong behaviour management and a calm, empathetic approach
• Ability to inspire confidence, build trust, and create engaging lessons
• Someone who is patient, adaptable, and committed to helping pupils thrive

What you can expect:

• A supportive team who values your wellbeing
• Small class sizes and the freedom to teach creatively
• Training and ongoing professional development
• The chance to make a lasting impact on pupils who need it most

If you’re looking for a rewarding teaching role where every day makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help reshape the future for SEMH learners.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.