SEMH Teacher

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced SEMH Teacher for a role in Leeds. This position involves delivering engaging lessons to children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and requires a commitment to inclusive education. Candidates should have Qualified Teacher Status and experience with challenging behavior. The role offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience teaching pupils with SEMH or similar settings.
• Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for various learning needs.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Building relationships

Patience

Resilience

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEMH Teacher
Location: Leeds
Salary: £150 – £200 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term
Agency: The Education Network

About the Role

The Education Network is recruiting for an experienced and passionate SEMH Teacher to work in one of our specialist partner schools in Leeds. This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, creative lessons tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils who may present with challenging behaviour, attachment difficulties, and additional learning needs. You will play a key role in supporting their academic progress, personal development, and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons adapted to meet a range of learning needs.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Use behaviour management strategies effectively to support pupils.
• Work closely with support staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide regular feedback to the leadership team.
• Promote resilience, independence, and self-esteem in all learners.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching pupils with SEMH or within an alternative provision/PRU setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with young people.
• Resilience, patience, and a genuine passion for inclusive education.
• A current DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Why work with The Education Network?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Opportunities to work in supportive and forward-thinking schools across Leeds.

How to Apply

If you are a committed and enthusiastic SEMH Teacher looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to The Education Network or contact our Leeds office for more information.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding 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 committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.