SEMH Class Teacher

Connex Education; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is looking for SEMH Class Teachers to work across specialist SEND schools and alternative education settings in Gloucester and the surrounding areas.

You’ll deliver engaging lessons while taking a whole-child approach, supporting pupils not only academically but also with their relationships, emotional wellbeing, behaviour and independence.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential.
• Experience teaching within primary or secondary education.
• Experience working with SEMH or SEND pupils is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and classroom practice.
• Ability to adapt teaching for a range of needs and abilities.
• A patient, consistent and relationship-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Create a consistent classroom routine and positive learning culture.
• Build strong professional relationships with pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour using de-escalation/restorative approaches.
• Adapt teaching to individual learning profiles.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence.
• Monitor progress and respond to individual needs.
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff.
• Follow individual learning, behaviour and support plans.

Skills

QTS

Behaviour management

Differentiated instruction

Communication

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

SEMH Class Teacher

Location: Gloucester
Pay: £150–£250 per day PAYE
Job Type: Flexible Supply, Temporary, Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Start Date: Flexible Supply

About the Role

Connex Education Partnership is looking for SEMH Class Teachers to work across specialist SEND schools and alternative education settings in Gloucester and the surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for a teacher who enjoys creating a structured, purposeful and supportive classroom where pupils can rebuild their confidence in education.

You’ll deliver engaging lessons while taking a whole-child approach, supporting pupils not only academically but also with their relationships, emotional wellbeing, behaviour and independence.

The Pupils

You may work with children and young people who have experienced barriers to education, including difficulties with behaviour, emotional regulation, anxiety, relationships or school engagement.

Pupils may present with SEMH, ADHD, autism, trauma and attachment needs, communication difficulties or additional SEND.

Many will benefit from predictable routines, clear expectations and a teacher who can recognise when a pupil needs challenge, encouragement, space or additional support.

Your Role

• Plan and deliver engaging, appropriately differentiated lessons
• Create a consistent classroom routine and positive learning culture
• Build strong professional relationships with pupils
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviourUse appropriate de-escalation and restorative approaches
• Adapt teaching to individual learning profiles
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence
• Monitor progress and respond to individual needs
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff
• Follow individual learning, behaviour and support plans

What We’re Looking For

• QTS is essential
• Experience teaching within primary or secondary education
• Experience working with SEMH or SEND pupils is desirable
• Strong behaviour management and classroom practice
• Ability to adapt teaching for a range of needs and abilities
• A patient, consistent and relationship-focused approach
• Confidence managing challenging or distressed behaviour
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Experience in specialist education, alternative provision, nurture settings or pastoral roles would be advantageous.

Why Connex?

• Competitive daily rates that match your experience
• Flexible supply work around your availability
• Day-to-day, temporary and long-term placements
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies
• Free SEND Toolkit and CPD training
• Funded formal qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Wellbeing support and refresher training
• Dedicated specialist SEND consultant
• Ongoing support throughout your placements

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.