SEMH Teacher

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm routes

APSCo Compliance+ safety standard

Culture-matched placements

CPD courses before placement

PSHE lesson plans

Educator wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an SEMH Teacher to join a specialist setting for students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs in the Gateshead area. The role involves planning and delivering differentiated lessons within small classes, collaborating with teaching assistants and pastoral staff to maintain a calm, supportive learning environment.

You will tailor instruction to individual needs, support students with emotional regulation, and contribute to a safe, inclusive atmosphere that promotes resilience and

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Ability to adapt teaching to individual needs and maintain a calm, positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons for pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH needs.
• Differentiate lessons to meet individual abilities.
• Build trusting relationships with students and staff to support engagement and resilience.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Monitor progress and adjust teaching to support learning and development.

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

SEMH Teacher

Location: Birtley, Gateshead

Working hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Start date: January 2027

Pay Rate: £750+ per week (negotiable depending on qualifications and experience)

Milk Education is recruiting a SEMH Teacher to join a specialist setting supporting young people aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The school provides a nurturing and highly supportive environment for students who may have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences and barriers to learning. Students may present with complex emotional and behavioural needs, meaning a patient, adaptable and relationship-focused approach is essential.

The school offers small class sizes, with a maximum of 6 students in each class, allowing teachers to provide a highly personalised approach and give each young person the individual support and attention they need.

As an SEMH Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to the individual needs, abilities and interests of your students. You will work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff and the wider school team to create a calm and positive learning environment where students feel safe, valued and encouraged to achieve.

SEMH Teacher Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for pupils aged 11-16 with a range of SEMH needs


• Adapt lessons, resources and teaching approaches to meet the individual needs and abilities of each student


• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement, confidence and resilience


• Support students with emotional regulation and promote positive behaviour strategies within the classroom


• Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff and the wider school team to provide personalised support


• Monitor student progress and adapt teaching to support individual learning and development


• Promote a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels respected, understood and able to succeed


• Encourage students to develop their independence, confidence and life skills alongside their academic learning

SEMH Teacher Person Specification:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification


• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs


• A strong understanding of how to adapt teaching and learning to meet individual needs


• Patient, calm and resilient when supporting students with complex emotional and behavioural needs


• Confident managing behaviour and supporting students with emotional regulation


• Able to build positive, trusting relationships with young people

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available


• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards


• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths


• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives


• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through the Milk Academy


• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers


• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported st