Secondary Teacher

TeacherActive Limited.; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a dedicated Secondary SEMH Teacher for a full-time role in Basildon, Essex. You will plan and deliver lessons tailored to pupils with SEMH needs and work with teaching assistants and SEND professionals to provide targeted support.

The role requires QTS/QTLS or relevant teaching experience, strong behaviour management, and a commitment to safeguarding. Immediate start preferred, with a supportive recruitment process.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience in a secondary school, SEND provision, PRU or alternative provision.
• Strong classroom and behaviour-management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons adapted to pupils’ needs.
• Build positive relationships and maintain clear boundaries in the classroom.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, SEND professionals and school staff to support pupils.

Skills

QTS/QTLS or relevant experience

Secondary school experience

Behaviour-management

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Secondary SEMH Teacher - Basildon

Location: Basildon, Essex

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-Time

Agency: TeacherActive

TeacherActive is currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Secondary SEMH Teacher to work full-time within a specialist education setting in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and resilient teacher who is passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The successful candidate will be working with secondary-aged pupils who may have a range of additional needs and barriers to learning. You will play an important role in providing a structured, supportive and engaging learning environment that enables pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

As a Secondary SEMH Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that are adapted to meet the individual needs and abilities of your pupils.

You will be expected to build positive and trusting relationships with students, maintain clear boundaries and use effective behaviour-management strategies to create a safe and productive classroom environment.

You will work closely with teaching assistants, SEND professionals and the wider school team to ensure that each pupil receives the appropriate level of support.

The Successful Secondary SEMH Teacher Will:

• Have QTS/QTLS or relevant teaching experience
• Have experience working within a secondary school, SEND provision, PRU or alternative provision
• Ideally have previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour-management skills
• Be confident working with pupils who may display challenging behaviour
• Be patient, resilient, adaptable and consistent
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• Have a genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential

What TeacherActive Can Offer:

• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a range of opportunities within schools and specialist education settings
• Support throughout the registration and compliance process
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• A straightforward and supportive recruitment process

This is a full-time position with an ASAP start, so we would particularly like to hear from candidates who are available immediately or at short notice.

If you are an experienced SEMH Teacher, SEND Teacher or Secondary Teacher looking for a rewarding new opportunity in Basildon, we would love to hear from you.