SEMH Class Teacher - Start ASAP

Prospero Teaching; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a SEMH Class Teacher in Newcastle on a full-time, long-term basis. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons for secondary-age pupils with SEMH in Alternative Provision settings, aiming to help them progress and achieve under challenging circumstances.

You will build positive relationships with pupils and Teaching Assistants, differentiate lessons, assess progress, and manage behaviour consistently to create an optimal learning environment.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS (prefer Update Service; a new DBS can be processed if needed).
• QTS and teaching experience in UK SEND/Primary or Secondary settings.
• Interest in supporting pupils with SEMH.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Positive and resilient attitude toward teaching.
• Experience of teaching within the UK.
• Genuine passion for teaching pupils facing barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging lessons that inspire SEMH pupils to make progress.
• Work with secondary-aged pupils who have SEMH and SEND and have been excluded from mainstream school.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and Teaching Assistants to create excellent learning environments.
• Manage challenging behaviour in a positive, proactive and consistent manner.
• Differentiate lessons to engage pupils and suit diverse learning styles.
• Use varied assessment methods to monitor pupil progress and inform planning.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants to ensure pupils receive the best educational experience.

Skills

UK teaching experience

Education

QTS

Job description

SEMH Class Teacher - Start ASAP (VR/1037936) Newcastle upon Tyne, England

Are you an experienced, passionate and proactive Teacher who is looking to make a long-term difference to the lives and progress of young people who face barriers to learning? If so, we want to hear from you today!

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Class Teacher to promote the learning of pupils in inspirational Alternative Provision Settings in Newcastle on a full-time and long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development. All Subject specialisms will be considered.

About the Role:

• The role will involve planning and teaching engaging and informative lessons that inspire pupils with SEMH and allows all pupils to make progress.
• Working with Secondary aged pupils who have been excluded from mainstream School and have SEMH and SEND of varying levels as well as challenging behaviour
• Building positive relationships with pupils and Teaching Assistants to create excellent learning environments.
• The role will involve managing challenging behaviour in a positive, proactive and consistent manner
• Differentiating lessons appropriately to engage pupils and to suit the needs and earning styles of all pupils.
• Using varied methods of assessment to assess pupil progress
• Working effectively with Teaching Assistants to ensure children receive the best possible educational experience

About the School:

• The role is based in Alternative Provision settings based in Newcastle
• The School supports pupils across the Secondary School age range who have SEMH and have been temporarily excluded from mainstream School

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Contract – Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2026. For the right candidate, a Permanent job offer may be made.
• Start Date – ASAP
• Location – Newcastle

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service but this is not essential as we can process a new one for you)
• QTS and Teaching experience in either SEND, Primary or Secondary School settings within the UK.
• An interest in supporting and Teaching pupils with SEMH
• Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to build rapport
• A positive and resilient attitude towards Teaching and work
• Experience of Teaching within the UK
• A genuine passion for Teaching and building relationships with pupils who face barriers to learning

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.