SEMH Educator - Trauma-Informed Small Groups

Academics; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Academics is seeking a committed SEMH Educator for a role across specialist, trauma-informed settings in Chesterfield, supporting learners with social, emotional and mental health needs and sensory processing requirements. The position operates in autonomous pods with tailored curricula and small groups aged 6 to 16.

You will work within interdisciplinary teams, delivering individualized plans, aligning with EHCP objectives, maintaining a safe, compassionate learning environment, and

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (QTS or comparable).
• Experience teaching pupils with special educational needs, or familiarity with specialist provision.
• Insight into autism, ADHD, SEMH and related needs.
• Enhanced DBS covering children and adults (or readiness to secure both).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualised instructional plans.
• Modify teaching approaches to align with EHCP objectives.
• Assist learners presenting with diverse special educational needs, such as autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, SEMH and related needs.
• Encourage constructive conduct and self-sufficiency.
• Coordinate closely with classroom assistants and therapeutic practitioners.
• Adhere to child protection protocols.
• Sustain a steady, dependable and compassionate learning atmosphere.

Skills

SEN teaching experience

Autism awareness

ADHD awareness

SEMH understanding

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Academics is seeking a committed SEMH Educator for a role across specialist, trauma-informed settings in Chesterfield, supporting learners with social, emotional and mental health needs and sensory processing requirements. The position operates in autonomous pods with tailored curricula and small groups aged 6 to 16.

You will work within interdisciplinary teams, delivering individualized plans, aligning with EHCP objectives, maintaining a safe, compassionate learning environment, and