SEMH Specialist

The Education Network; Bradford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking an SEMH Specialist in Bradford to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate is experienced in behaviour management, calm under pressure, and possesses excellent communication skills. This full-time, long-term role offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a supportive working environment dedicated to the welfare of children. Commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dedicated consultant

CPD and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH pupils in educational settings.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Training in SEMH or trauma-informed practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Use de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches.
• Build positive relationships to promote emotional regulation.

Skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

TA Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

SEMH Specialist – Bradford

The Education Network

Salary : £90-£110

Contract : Full-time / Long-term / Permanent

Start Date : ASAP

The Education Network is recruiting an experienced and resilient SEMH Specialist to support one of our partner schools in Bradford. This role is ideal for someone with strong behaviour management skills and a passion for supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

About the Role

• Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1 : 1 and small-group basis.
• Use de‑escalation strategies, restorative approaches and trauma‑informed practice.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote emotional regulation and engagement.
• Support pupils with barriers to learning, including behaviour, attendance and mental health challenges.
• Work closely with pastoral teams, the SENCO, teachers and external agencies.
• Help create a safe, structured and supportive environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience working with SEMH pupils in a school, PRU, alternative provision or youth setting.
• Strong behaviour management and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• A patient, consistent and empathetic approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Training or experience in SEMH, de‑escalation, trauma‑informed practice or safeguarding (advantageous).
• Relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential), such as TA Level 2 / 3, Youth Work, or Behaviour Support training.

Why Work with The Education Network

• Competitive and transparent pay rates.
• A dedicated consultant specialising in SEND and SEMH roles.
• CPD and training opportunities to support your career progression.
• Access to a variety of roles in Bradford across mainstream, specialist and alternative settings.
• A reliable, supportive and professional service.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.