English Teacher - SEMH

Linq Recruitment Specialists; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Linq Recruitment Specialists are seeking a Qualified English Teacher for a nurturing SEMH school in Wythenshawe. You will deliver engaging KS3/KS4 English to SEMH pupils, adapting lessons for individual needs and managing challenging behaviours with positive strategies.

You will work with two Teaching Assistants and HLTA, using EHCP targets to support academic and personal development, building strong relationships and a calm classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH pupils and challenging behaviours.
• Experience delivering English to KS3/KS4.
• Ability to integrate EHCP targets into teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons to KS3/KS4 pupils with SEMH and additional needs.
• Adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
• Confidently manage and respond to challenging behaviours using positive strategies.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and maintain a calm classroom environment.
• Integrate EHCP targets into teaching and support students' academic and personal development.

Skills

Strong classroom and behaviour control

Excellent communication and teamwork

Education

QTS or QTLS

Degree in any subject

Job description

A nurturing and well-established SEMH school in Wythenshawe is looking for a Qualified English Teacher to join their close-knit team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher who is confident working with SEMH pupils and challenging behaviours. The school supports students with a range of additional needs and provides a structured, supportive environment focused on both academic progress and personal development.

The school has very small class sizes of around 5 students, with 2 Teaching Assistants and a HLTA also supporting within the classroom, providing a high level of individual support.

About the role

• Deliver engaging and accessible English lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils with SEMH and additional needs
• Adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs and abilities
• Confidently manage and respond to challenging behaviours using positive behaviour strategies
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and create a calm, consistent classroom environment
• Integrate EHCP targets into teaching and support students' academic and personal development
• Develop students' literacy skills, including reading, writing, communication and comprehension
• Assess and track progress across academic, social-emotional and independence skills
• Work closely with TAs, HLTAs and the wider school team to support individual pupils
• Support students to develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning

Who we're looking for

• QTS or QTLS – ECTs will be considered, although an experienced teacher is preferred
• Previous experience working with SEMH pupils is highly desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and confidence in managing behaviours that may present within an SEMH setting
• Experience working within a SEND, SEMH, alternative provision or similar environment
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet a range of individual needs
• Resilient, patient and empathetic approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Recognised degree in any subject

If you're an experienced English Teacher looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to pupils with SEMH needs, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and well-resourced school.