KS3 SEN Teacher: SEMH & Neurodiversity Support

Academics; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking an enthusiastic KS3 SEN Teacher to join a growing SEMH provision in Outer London. The post supports pupils with SEN/SEMH, including neurodivergent learners, as the school expands its Key Stage 3 provision.

You will collaborate with families and professionals to tailor learning, establish routines and boundaries, and foster a safe, engaging environment where pupils can develop confidence and progress socially and academically.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN, SEMH needs and/or neurodiversity, ideally KS3.
• Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families.
• Adaptable and able to tailor approach to individual needs.
• Maintain clear boundaries, routines and expectations.
• Resilient, reflective and able to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable learners.
• Works effectively as part of a wider team.
• Committed to improving educational, social and emotional outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Create a structured, nurturing classroom where pupils build confidence and independence.
• Work with colleagues, families and other professionals to understand needs and adapt learning.
• Provide clear routines, boundaries and expectations.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development alongside academic progress.
• Contribute to developing the new secondary provision.

Skills

SEN experience

SEMH experience

KS3 teaching

Relationship building

Adaptability

Classroom management

Resilience

Teamwork

Student wellbeing

Job description

Academics is seeking an enthusiastic KS3 SEN Teacher to join a growing SEMH provision in Outer London. The post supports pupils with SEN/SEMH, including neurodivergent learners, as the school expands its Key Stage 3 provision.

You will collaborate with families and professionals to tailor learning, establish routines and boundaries, and foster a safe, engaging environment where pupils can develop confidence and progress socially and academically.