Secondary SEN & SEMH Teachers Wanted - Walthamstow

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People in East London are seeking enthusiastic Secondary SEN and SEMH teachers to support students with diverse needs in schools across Walthamstow. You will deliver engaging, accessible lessons tailored to individual profiles and foster a safe, inclusive classroom.

Experience with SEN/SEMH is preferred but not essential; the right attitude and commitment to helping every pupil reach their potential are valued.

Qualifications

• DBS check required for working in schools.
• Safeguarding training completed or willing to undertake.
• Relevant teaching qualifications and registration must be met.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and accessible lessons tailored to students' needs.
• Support students with SEN and SEMH in academic, social and emotional development.
• Create a positive and structured learning environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, school staff and other professionals.
• Help students develop skills and confidence to succeed.

Skills

SEN teaching

SEMH experience

Patience

Empathy

Relationship building

Behaviour management

Education

Teaching qualification

QTS/registration

Job description

Aspire People | Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting secondary school students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Aspire People are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated and compassionate Secondary SEN and SEMH Teachers to work in schools across Walthamstow.

Whether you have previous experience teaching students with SEN or SEMH needs or are looking to develop your experience in specialist education, we want to hear from you!

What we're looking for:

• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.
• Patience, empathy and a nurturing approach to teaching.
• The ability to build positive relationships and create a safe, inclusive classroom.
• Confidence in supporting students with emotional regulation, behaviour and learning needs.
• A commitment to helping every student achieve their potential.
• Experience working with SEN or SEMH students is preferred but not essential - the right attitude and passion are highly valued!

The role:

• Delivering engaging and accessible lessons tailored to students' individual needs.
• Supporting students with SEN and SEMH needs in their academic, social and emotional development.
• Creating a positive and structured learning environment.
• Promoting positive behaviour, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, school staff and other professionals.
• Helping students develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Requirements:

All candidates will need:

• An Enhanced DBS check suitable for working in schools.
• Allergy and anaphylaxis awareness training.
• Safeguarding training.
• Two professional references.

Appropriate teaching qualifications and any applicable teaching registration requirements will need to be met for the specific role.

Why join Aspire People?

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people, develop your teaching experience and support students who benefit from a more personalised approach to education.

Experience is preferred but not essential for candidates with the right background and qualifications. We are looking for passionate educators who believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Location

Walthamstow, East London

Roles

Secondary SEN Teachers & Secondary SEMH Teachers

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.