SEMH Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Batley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate SEMH Teacher to engage and inspire secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. This full-time role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people through innovative and therapeutic activities. You will be responsible for creating a positive learning environment, managing behaviour, and tailoring lessons to support each child's unique needs. If you are empathetic, resilient, and dedicated to helping hard-to-reach students, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is required.
• Experience with SEMH needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage challenging behaviour positively and in line with school policies.
• Plan and tailor lessons to meet individual student needs.
• Create a nurturing environment for children with diverse needs.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Empathy

Lesson Planning

Engaging Hard-to-Reach Pupils

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Equivalent Teaching Qualification

Job description

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Prospero Teaching is currently working with a SEMH School in Batley that is looking for an experienced SEMH Teacher / Tutor / Instructor.

This school caters to secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. It offers a variety of enriching educational opportunities, including academic, functional, and vocational skills.

As an SEMH teacher, you will connect directly with young people, guiding them to maximize their educational experience. The role requires a holistic and nurturing approach from someone who is empathetic and understanding of the students' needs.

This opportunity is suitable for teachers passionate about engaging hard-to-reach pupils and possessing a strong classroom presence. You will engage children and young people in innovative, therapeutic, and meaningful activities, supporting them to reach their full potential.

This is a full-time role (Monday to Friday) starting w/c 9th September 2024.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Manage challenging behaviour positively, in line with the school's ethos and procedures.
2. Plan lessons to meet the needs of children.
3. Tailor lessons to individual student needs.
4. Create a positive, nurturing environment for children with diverse needs.
5. Motivate, engage, and inspire children.
6. Prioritize safeguarding of young people.
7. Follow the school's policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children with SEMH needs is desirable.
• Resilient attitude and a range of behaviour management techniques.

Eligibility Criteria

• Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered with the online update service or willingness to process a new application.
• Two professional child-related references covering the last two years.