SEMH Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Coggeshall; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

SEN Allowance

Career progression opportunities

Professional development and training

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting an SEMH Qualified Teacher for a specialist independent school in Coggeshall, Essex. The role involves planning and delivering differentiated lessons for pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD and related needs, with small group and 1:1 support.

You will work with EHCPs, develop personalised learning plans and apply trauma-informed approaches, building trusting relationships and maintaining a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching pupils with SEMH or SEND essential.
• Experience with ASD, ADHD, PDA, ODD or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and emotional regulation knowledge.
• Experience in specialist schools or SEMH settings desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated SEMH lessons.
• Support pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional dysregulation.
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group lessons.
• Implement trauma-informed strategies.
• Develop individual learning plans aligned with EHCPs.
• Collaborate with LSAs, pastoral staff and professionals.
• Build trusting relationships and create a nurturing environment.

Skills

SEMH Teaching

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed approach

Job description

SEMH Qualified Teacher – Coggeshall, Essex

Location: Coggeshall, Essex (CO6)

SEN Allowance: £2,885–£5,690 per annum (subject to eligibility and employer confirmation)

Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent

Start Date: ASAP / January 2027

About the Role

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate

SEMH Teacher to join a specialist independent school in Coggeshall, Essex.

The school supports children and young people with a range of complex social, emotional and mental health needs, including ASD, ADHD, PDA, ODD, OCD, emotional dysregulation, challenging behaviour and difficulties accessing mainstream education.

We are looking for a confident, resilient and dedicated teacher who understands the challenges pupils with SEMH needs can face and can create a structured, supportive and engaging learning environment.

Pupils have EHCPs and benefit from individualised learning programmes, small class sizes and a personalised approach to education.

The Role

Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, PDA and associated learning needs.

Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, school avoidance or difficulties building relationships.

Deliver lessons within small groups and on a 1:1 basis, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual needs.

Implement positive behaviour support strategies, de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed approaches.

Recognise triggers and support pupils with emotional regulation, transitions and managing challenging situations.

Develop individual learning plans and targets in line with pupils' EHCPs.

Work closely with LSAs, pastoral staff and other professionals to support pupils' academic, emotional and social development.

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced disrupted education or adverse childhood experiences.

Create a safe, consistent and nurturing classroom environment that encourages engagement and progress.

Requirements

Previous experience teaching pupils with SEND or SEMH – Essential

Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, PDA, ODD or challenging behaviour.

Strong understanding of behaviour management, de-escalation and emotional regulation strategies.

Experience working within specialist schools, PRUs, alternative provisions or SEMH settings is highly desirable.

Confidence delivering differentiated lessons to pupils working at different academic levels.

Understanding of EHCPs, individual learning plans and trauma-informed approaches.

A patient, resilient and adaptable approach to teaching.

A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people to achieve their full potential.

What We Offer

Competitive annual salary of £33,500–£52,000, depending on experience.

SEN Allowance reference range of £2,885–£5,690 per annum, subject to confirmation that an additional allowance applies to this position.

Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.

Small class sizes and a personalised approach to teaching.

A supportive specialist environment with experienced teaching assistants and pastoral staff.

Access to specialist SEMH training, behaviour management and physical intervention training.

Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

Dedicated support from your TeacherActive consultant.

Referral scheme and additional TeacherActive benefits.