Secondary SEMH Teacher (Maths & Science Specialist)

Randstad NV; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting a compassionate SEMH Teacher to join a specialist provision in Westcliff-on-Sea, coaching students aged 13-18 in Maths and Science. You will work with residential care teams and therapists to create a trauma-informed learning environment where pupils feel safe, understood and motivated.

The role requires QTS or UK equivalence, secondary teaching experience, and an Enhanced DBS with Update Service.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or UK equivalent.
• Strong Maths and Science knowledge with ability to differentiate lessons.
• Experience teaching secondary-aged students; SEMH/SEND desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service covering Child & Adult Workforce.
• Safeguarding, Prevent, and Allergy Training within last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for SEMH/SEND, focusing on Maths and Science.
• Create a calm, structured, emotionally safe classroom environment.
• Use trauma‑informed approaches and de‑escalation to manage behaviour.
• Monitor progress and adapt lessons for different abilities, celebrating achievements.
• Collaborate with residential care teams, SENCos, and external agencies for holistic support.

Skills

Maths

Science

Classroom management

Patience

Resilience

Education

QTS

Job description

Job Title: Secondary SEMH Teacher (Maths & Science)

Location: Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex

Pay Rate: £150.00 - £200.00 per day (DOE) / Permanent £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (January 2027 Start)

Setting: Specialist Secondary Provision for SEMH (Ages 13-18)

About the Role

Are you a qualified teacher who understands that building trust is often the first step to helping a young person re-engage with education? Randstad Education is currently recruiting a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teacher to join a specialist education provision in Westcliff-on-Sea, supporting young people aged 13-18.

Working closely alongside children's residential care teams and therapeutic professionals, you will help create a nurturing, trauma-informed learning environment where students with social, emotional, and mental health needs feel safe, understood, and encouraged to succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to students with SEMH and SEND needs, with a key focus on Maths and Science.

• Create a calm, structured, and emotionally safe classroom environment tailored to individual learning and emotional needs.

• Use trauma-informed approaches and positive de-escalation strategies to manage classroom behaviour and encourage self-regulation.

• Monitor student progress, adapt teaching for different abilities, and celebrate individual academic and personal achievements.

• Collaborate closely with residential care teams, SENCos, and external agencies to ensure holistic support.

Requirements & Person Specification:

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised UK equivalent.

• Subject Focus: Strong subject knowledge in Maths and Science with the ability to adapt lessons for different abilities.

• Experience: Experience teaching secondary-aged students. Previous experience in SEMH/SEND or alternative provision settings is highly desirable.

• Compliance & Clearances (GCA Standards):

  • Essential: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service covering BOTH Child & Adult Workforce (or a firm commitment to apply for one through Randstad).

  • Essential: Safeguarding, Prevent, and Allergy Training completed within the last 12 months (or a commitment to complete these prior to placement to meet full GCA clearance standards, which Randstad is compliant with).

• Skills: Excellent classroom management, patience, resilience, and a child-centered approach.

experience

Teaching

skills

experience in managing challenging behaviour

qualifications

QTS

education

high school