SEMH KS4 Teacher - Wakefield

Justteachers Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd. is seeking a dedicated SEMH KS4 Teacher to join a supportive school in the Wakefield area on a long-term basis. This full-time role starts in September and requires planning engaging KS4 lessons for pupils with SEMH needs.

The role involves working with pastoral teams and SEND staff to promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour while supporting pupils’ academic progress and personal development.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching KS4 pupils.
• Experience in SEMH or SEND setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver KS4 lessons tailored to SEMH pupils.
• Create a positive learning environment promoting wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with pastoral teams, SEND staff and external professionals to support pupils' development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed practice

Adaptive teaching strategies

Lesson planning

Pastoral collaboration

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

About the role:

Justteachers is seeking a dedicatedSEMH KS4 Teacherto join a supportiveschoolin theWakefieldarea on along-termbasis.

Thisfull-timerole is due to commencein September, with shortlisting currently underway. The school provides a structured and nurturing environment, with a strong focus on supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and delivering engaging KS4 lessons tailored to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH needs
• Creating a positive and consistent learning environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour
• Working closely with pastoral teams, SEND staff, and external professionals to support pupils' academic and personal development

Pre-requisites:

• Relevant teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent)
• Experience teaching KS4 pupils, ideally within an SEMH or SEND setting
• A strong understanding of behaviour management, trauma-informed practice, and adaptive teaching strategies
• Two education or school-based references