English Teacher (SEMH) - Small Groups, 11-16

Tradewind Recruitment; Markyate; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes 2-8

PAYE payroll

CPD opportunities

Safeguarding compliance

Support from Tradewind consultant

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an English Teacher to join an established Alternative Provision in St Albans. You will teach English to small groups (2-8 pupils) aged 11-16, focusing on developing confidence and GCSE English skills, in a nurturing, patient environment.

The role starts in November 2026, is full-time and long-term, with London Fringe MPS/UPS salary (£35,602-£54,328). A Psychology background or SEMH experience would be highly advantageous, and a strong behaviour management

Qualifications

• QTS and relevant teaching experience.
• Experience teaching English to pupils aged 11-16, ideally through GCSE.
• Psychology background or SEMH pupils would be highly advantageous.
• Strong behaviour management and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• A nurturing, patient and relational approach.
• The ability to adapt lessons for pupils with low prior attainment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience, flexibility and a genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to small groups of 2-8 pupils.
• Build strong relationships and provide highly personalised support.
• Fulfil GCSE English language teaching requirements.
• Contribute to developing reading, writing and spoken language skills.

Skills

QTS

GCSE English

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Psychology background

Education

QTS

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an English Teacher to join an established Alternative Provision in St Albans. You will teach English to small groups (2-8 pupils) aged 11-16, focusing on developing confidence and GCSE English skills, in a nurturing, patient environment.

The role starts in November 2026, is full-time and long-term, with London Fringe MPS/UPS salary (£35,602-£54,328). A Psychology background or SEMH experience would be highly advantageous, and a strong behaviour management