SEMH Specialist Teacher – Small Classes, Supportive School

Supply Desk Ltd; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Small class sizes

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEMH Teacher for a Southampton specialist school to start October 2026. The role is full-time, KS3–KS4, supporting students with SEMH needs academically and emotionally.

Initially until Christmas 2026 with strong possibility of extension to July 2027. You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons, work with pastoral and SEND teams, and contribute to a nurturing, safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or additional needs is desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students.
• Passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
• Patient, resilient and flexible approach to teaching.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons to students with SEMH needs.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning and behavioural needs.
• Foster positive relationships that support engagement and emotional wellbeing.
• Plan, prepare and assess lessons in line with curriculum expectations.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Support students in developing resilience, confidence and independence.
• Work closely with pastoral, safeguarding, SEND and behaviour support teams.
• Contribute positively to the wider development of students and the school community.

Skills

QTS

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Supply Desk Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEMH Teacher for a Southampton specialist school to start October 2026. The role is full-time, KS3–KS4, supporting students with SEMH needs academically and emotionally.

Initially until Christmas 2026 with strong possibility of extension to July 2027. You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons, work with pastoral and SEND teams, and contribute to a nurturing, safe learning environment.