SEMH Teacher

Education Network; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced SEMH Teacher to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs in West Yorkshire. The ideal candidate will have QTS, strong classroom management skills, and experience working with SEMH children. Competitive daily rates of £150 - £210 are offered along with opportunities for professional development and long-term employment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Access to ongoing CPD and professional development

Potential for long-term or permanent employment

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEN, or behavioral needs.
• Strong classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons across the curriculum.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs to develop social and emotional resilience.
• Manage behavior effectively using positive strategies.

Skills

Classroom management

Empathy

Differentiating lessons

Knowledge of trauma-informed practices

Patience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEMH Teacher - West Yorkshire

Location: West Yorkshire (various locations available)

Salary: £150 - £210 per day (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time, long-term, or permanent opportunities

Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

The Education Network is currently recruiting for an experienced and compassionate SEMH Teacher to work in a specialist provision supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

About the Role

As an SEMH Teacher, you will work with small groups or individual pupils who have additional emotional or behavioural needs, creating a safe and supportive classroom environment that encourages engagement and progress. You will plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to each learner's individual needs and EHCP targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging, inclusive lessons across the curriculum
• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs to develop social and emotional resilience
• Managing behaviour effectively using positive strategies and restorative approaches
• Working closely with support staff, SENCOs, and external agencies
• Tracking and assessing pupil progress to ensure individual learning goals are met

About You

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Has experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEN, or behavioural needs
• Is patient, resilient, and empathetic, with strong classroom management skills
• Is confident in differentiating lessons to meet varied learning needs
• Has a good understanding of trauma-informed and inclusive teaching practices

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates (£150 - £210 per day)
• Opportunities in specialist and alternative provisions across West Yorkshire
• A supportive consultant experienced in SEND recruitment
• Access to ongoing CPD and professional development
• Potential for long-term or permanent employment

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 an equal opportunities employer.