English Teacher SEMH

The Education Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive education recruitment agency in Birmingham seeks a committed English Teacher for small classes of students with SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have experience teaching English at the secondary level. This rewarding role entails planning engaging lessons, managing classroom behavior, and building strong relationships with students. The agency offers excellent career support, in addition to competitive rates of pay and a focus on safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

Personalised career support

Opportunity for additional training and development

Excellent rates of pay

Friendly, caring atmosphere

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching English at secondary level (SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision experience desirable).
• Strong subject knowledge in English.
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills.
• A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to teaching.
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people who have faced barriers to education.

Responsibilities

• Teaching English to small classes of students with SEMH needs.
• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated English lessons.
• Adapting the curriculum to meet individual learning and emotional needs.
• Managing behaviour positively and consistently.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students.
• Working collaboratively with support staff, pastoral teams, and leadership.
• Monitoring progress and supporting students to achieve academic and personal goals.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Strong subject knowledge in English

Resilience

Empathy

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification

Experience teaching English at secondary level

Job description

English Teacher – SEMH – Small Classes

A welcoming and structured school is seeking a committed English Teacher to teach small classes of students with SEMH needs who have faced significant barriers to education. This is a rewarding opportunity for an English Teacher who is passionate about re‑engaging learners, building confidence, and supporting positive outcomes through high‑quality teaching and strong relationships.

As an English Teacher in this setting, you will work with small groups of students, delivering engaging and accessible English lessons tailored to individual needs. Students may present with SEMH needs, anxiety, and challenging behaviours, so strong classroom management and a calm, consistent approach are essential. You will be supported by a strong leadership team and a dedicated group of pastoral and support staff who work closely together to ensure students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Job role:

• Teaching English to small classes of students with SEMH needs
• Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated English lessons
• Adapting the curriculum to meet individual learning and emotional needs
• Managing behaviour positively and consistently in line with school expectations
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students
• Working collaboratively with support staff, pastoral teams, and leadership
• Monitoring progress and supporting students to achieve academic and personal goals

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching English at secondary level (SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision experience desirable)
• Strong subject knowledge in English
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skillsA calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to teaching
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people who have faced barriers to education

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated English Teacher who wants to make a real difference in a supportive and well‑structured school environment.

If you are interested in this English Teacher opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other English Teacher vacancies or refer an English Teacher and ask about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have an unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.