SEMH English Teacher needed in Whitchurch (fixed term)

Aspire People; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in North Shropshire is seeking a full-time SEMH English Teacher to join a supportive team dedicated to transformative education. The role requires planning tailored English lessons for students with emotional and behavioral challenges. Ideal candidates will have QTS or a degree in English, along with experience working in SEMH environments. Opportunities for professional growth are available in this meaningful position.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Part of a passionate, purpose-driven team

Meaningful role impacting student lives

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum of 10 years UK teaching experience can substitute for QTS.
• Experience working with SEMH students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons for students with varying abilities.
• Support students with complex emotional backgrounds.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or full degree in English

Teaching experience with SEMH students

Flexibility to teach across age ranges

Strong interpersonal skills

Commitment to student development

Education

Full degree in English or equivalent

Job description

Overview

SEMH English Teacher needed in Whitchurch (fixed term). Inspire. Support. Transform.

About the School

A bespoke and specialist independent school in North Shropshire is seeking a full-time SEMH English Teacher to join their growing, supportive team. This unique setting caters to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, including those with attachment disorders, and those who have experienced abuse, neglect, or other complex challenges.

• A small, nurturing environment with class sizes of up to 6 students
• A team-focused, therapeutic approach to education
• A growing provision offering a highly personalised curriculum
• Teaching across a range of abilities from pre-GCSE to GCSE-level English

The Role

This is a full-time teaching position, with the potential to become temp-to-perm for the right candidate. You will be expected to plan and deliver engaging English lessons tailored to meet the needs of students with varying ability levels and complex emotional backgrounds.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or a full degree in English (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 10 years UK teaching experience will be considered in lieu of formal QTS
• Demonstrated experience working with SEMH students
• Flexibility to teach across Primary and Secondary age ranges
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset - strong interpersonal skills are essential
• Commitment to nurturing student development, both academically and emotionally

What You\'ll Gain

• The chance to be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team
• Opportunities for professional growth and progression
• A meaningful role where your work truly changes lives

If you\'re resilient, creative, and ready to support young people in overcoming barriers to learning, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply Now to be part of something special in North Shropshire.

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.