SEMH Maths Teacher. Job in Stoke-on-trent Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a qualified Maths Teacher for an independent specialist school in Staffordshire. This full-time position involves teaching students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs in a supportive and engaging environment, focusing on holistic development and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Passion for inclusive, trauma-informed education.
• Experience with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour with care.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students facing trauma.
• Deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with therapy staff and SENCOs for student progress.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Patience

Creativity

Strong subject knowledge

Education

Qualified Maths Teacher

Job description

Maths Teacher - Specialist SEMH Independent School (KS3-GCSE)
Location: Staffordshire
Full-Time Monday to Friday Term Time Only

We are proud to be working in partnership with an innovative and supportive independent special school in the Staffordshire area, seeking a Mathematics Teacher to join their team.

This is not a typical teaching role-it's a chance to be part of a child-centred, trauma-informed environment where relationships, trust, and creativity sit at the heart of everything.

About the School:
This independent specialist provision supports boys aged 11-17 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils also have additional SEND diagnoses, such as Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties. The school is well-respected for its therapeutic, attachment-aware approach and its commitment to holistic development.

The curriculum includes Entry Level, Functional Skills, KS3, and GCSE Mathematics, tailored to suit individual learning journeys. Class sizes are small, with a high staff-to-student ratio and strong support from specialist Teaching Assistants.

The Role:
We are seeking a Mathematics Specialist who:
- Can build positive, trusting relationships with young people who may have experienced significant trauma or disruption.
- Is passionate about making maths relevant, accessible, and engaging at all levels-from foundational skills to GCSE.
- Can confidently manage challenging behaviour with empathy, patience, and resilience.
- Works collaboratively with therapy staff, SENCOs, and pastoral leads to support each learner's progress.
- Brings creativity and flexibility into the classroom, understanding that emotional wellbeing is key to academic success.
- Has a strong subject knowledge, but most importantly, sees themselves as a teacher of children first.

You'll also have the opportunity to shape wider school life, contributing to curriculum development, enrichment activities, and whole-school strategy. Your voice matters here.

This is a rare opportunity to work in an educational setting where you can truly make a difference-not just academically, but emotionally and socially-for young people who need it most.

If you are a qualified Maths teacher with a passion for inclusive, trauma-informed education, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please contact Maddison at Aspire People or submit your CV today.

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.