Lead Teacher

The Education Network; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

CPD training in SEMH and alternative •

Competitive pay based on experience

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

The Education Network is seeking an experienced SEMH teacher to lead a small provision of up to 10 students with SEMH needs. You will use a dedicated TA team to manage behaviours, plan differentiated lessons, and help students return to mainstream education.

Reporting to senior leaders, you will promote a calm, supportive learning environment and drive teaching and learning to deliver positive outcomes for pupils across sites in the West Midlands.

Qualifications

• Must have QTS and be confident delivering across the curriculum.
• Experience leading a small TA team to manage behaviour.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons for SEMH students.

Responsibilities

• Teach a mixed Key Stage 4 class of students who have been temporarily excluded.
• Deliver differentiated lessons that engage and inspire students.
• Support students in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Collaborate with a support team and senior leaders across sites.
• Maintain a calm, safe, and consistent learning environment.
• Lead teaching and learning strategies to ensure a nurturing environment.

Skills

QTS

Behaviour management

Curriculum delivery

Team leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you an experienced SEMH teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity? This excellent SEMH school is looking to add a teacher to the team to lead a small provision of up to 10 students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours that have been temporarily excluded from mainstream education.

This role requires a qualified teacher (QTS) who is confident delivering across the curriculum and effectively utilising a small team of Teaching Assistants to manage behaviour and provide tailored support for students. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced teacher who is confident planning and delivering engaging lessons to students who have struggled to engage in mainstream education. Your goal will be to help students get ready to return to mainstream education, and you will receive outstanding support from an experienced Deputy Headteacher. This role requires QTS.

Job Role:

• Teaching a mixed Key Stage 4 class of students who have been temporarily excluded
• Creating and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that stretch and inspire students.
• Supporting students in developing social, emotional, and academic skills.
• Working closely with a skilled support team and senior leaders across all sites.
• Maintaining a calm, safe, and consistent learning environment.
• Responsible for leading on teaching and learning, and ensuring a safe, nurturing learning environment.

In return, you will enjoy:

• Small class sizes and strong support from an outstanding TA.
• A positive and inclusive culture where your work has real impact.
• Access to training and CPD tailored to SEMH and alternative provision.
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• A long-term opportunity to help students build brighter futures.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.