SEMH Teacher

Prospero Teaching Chelmsford; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching Chelmsford is seeking a committed SEMH Teacher to join a specialist provision in Southend-on-Sea from January 2027. You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and support students with SEMH needs to build emotional resilience and academic progress.

The role suits experienced SEMH practitioners or mainstream teachers transitioning to a specialist setting. You will work with a supportive team, implement EHCP targets, and contribute to a nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, autism, ADHD or other needs.
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour support strategies.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment.
• Develop positive relationships that support behaviour, attendance and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, pastoral teams and senior leaders.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP targets and annual reviews.
• Support students in developing resilience, emotional regulation and self-confidence.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

SEMH experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Job description

SEMH Teacher
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full Time
Salary: MPS (dependent on experience)

Inspire Change. Build Confidence. Transform Futures.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and compassionate SEMH Teacher to join a specialist provision in Southend-on-Sea from January 2027.

This rewarding role would suit an experienced SEMH practitioner or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into a specialist environment. The successful candidate will work with students who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve both academically and personally.

The Role

You will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Create a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment.
• Develop positive relationships that support behaviour, attendance and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, pastoral teams and senior leaders.
• Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP targets and annual reviews.
• Support students in developing resilience, emotional regulation and self-confidence.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Has experience working with pupils with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, autism, ADHD or other additional needs.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and behaviour support strategies.
• Possesses strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Has a resilient, patient and nurturing approach.
• Remains committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

The School Offers

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Small class sizes and excellent support staff.
• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEMH training.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• A welcoming and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's lives.