English Teacher - SEMH Secondary School

Simply Education Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a full-time English Teacher for a new SEMH secondary school in Uttoxeter starting in April. The role involves teaching GCSE English and Functional Skills to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status, experience in secondary education, and the ability to manage behaviour effectively. This position offers a supportive environment focusing on re-engagement and personal development.

Benefits

Support from a SEND specialist consultant

Transparent communication and tailored job matching

Access to roles within new and established specialist settings

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Confidence working with pupils with SEMH or SEND needs.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Teach English at GCSE and Functional Skills level.
• Support academic progress and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with SEND and pastoral teams.

Skills

Teaching English at GCSE level

Behaviour management

Building relationships with pupils

Adaptability to emotional needs

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher - SEMH Secondary School
Uttoxeter
Full-time April Start

Simply Education is proud to be working in partnership with a new SEMH secondary school in Uttoxeter, opening in April, to recruit an English Teacher.

This role involves teaching GCSE English and Functional Skills English to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, within a supportive and structured environment that focuses on re‑engagement and personal development.

About the role

• Teaching English at GCSE and Functional Skills level
• Adapting lessons to meet a range of emotional and behavioural needs
• Building positive, consistent relationships with pupils
• Supporting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing
• Working closely with SEND and pastoral teams

What we're looking for

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching English at secondary level
• Confidence working with pupils with SEMH or SEND needs
• Calm, consistent behaviour management
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Satisfactory professional references

Why work with Simply Education?

• Support from a SEND specialist consultant who takes the time to understand you
• Transparent communication and tailored job matching
• Access to roles within new and established specialist settings
• Continued support throughout your placement

Why join this school?

• Opportunity to join a brand-new SEMH provision
• Small class sizes and a strong emphasis on wellbeing
• Supportive leadership and clear behaviour frameworks

Safeguarding statement

Simply Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and safeguarding vetting, in line with safer recruitment practice.

Apply today to learn more about this English Teacher SEND role in Uttoxeter, alternatively you can email your CV to Kayleigh, SEND consultant at .