English Teacher - SEN/SEMH Specialist School

EdEx; Hildenborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding specialist school in Hildenborough is seeking an English Teacher, with responsibilities including teaching small classes of KS3 & KS4 students. This position offers a permanent contract with a salary range of £28,000 - £55,277, tailored for candidates passionate about SEN and SEMH. The role is ideal for qualified teachers or those with relevant experience, starting ASAP or in January 2026.

Benefits

State-of-the-art facilities

Weekly training in therapeutic approaches

Calm learning environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher with QTS/QTLS or relevant experience as an unqualified candidate.
• Genuinely passionate about SEN, SEMH and Inclusion.
• Confident in behaviour management with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Teach small classes of KS3 & KS4 students.
• Adapt lessons for pupils with specific needs.
• Engage students in a calm and tailored learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Patience

Passion for SEN/SEMH

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

English Teacher - SEN/SEMH Specialist School

Are you a qualified teacher, or do you have experience teaching/supporting young people with SEN/SEMH? An Outstanding specialist school for pupils with SEN & SEMH needs are searching for an English Teacher to join them ASAP, or January at the latest.

As an English Teacher you will be teaching GCSE or Functional Skills equivalent to pupils in KS3 & KS4, with small class sizes of 6 maximum. Most students have ASD, and all of the students have ADHD or trauma/anxiety which can create challenging behaviour. However, all students benefit from:

• A quiet, calm and purposeful learning environment
• Tailored, short, low-pressure lessons which pupils enjoy.
• Therapeutic aspect, which all staff receive weekly training on
• State of the art facilities, on beautiful grounds surrounded by greenery

JOB SPEC - English Teacher

English Teacher: Teaching small classes of KS3 & KS4 students. Full Time, Permanent Contract £28,000 - £55,277 per annum, dependent on your experience & qualifications. Start ASAP, or in January 2026 at the latest

CANDIDATE SPEC - English Teacher

Qualified Teacher with QTS/QTLS or Unqualified candidates with relevant experience. Genuinly passionate about SEN, SEMH and Inclusion. Confident behaviour management skills, with an empathetic, understanding nature. Resilient, patient and kind.

SCHOOL SPEC - English Teacher

Outstanding specialist school for SEN & SEMH. Ages 6-16, with capacity for 75 pupils and plans to extend to KS5. Located in Tonbridge, just off the A21. Parking on site or a 10 min walk from a station on the South Eastern line. Strong leadership team and team of teachers, who have all transitioned from mainstream teaching

If you're interested in this English Teacher vacancy and hearing more about this amazing school, please apply today. You will be contacted within 24hrs to discuss the role & school in greater depth before progressing to shortlisting.