SEMH Teacher

Ivy Resource Group; Stroud; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay 12.07% of day rate into a

£300 Amazon voucher referral

Job summary

Ivy Resource Group is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher for a full-time role in Stroud, starting after October Half Term. The position focuses on delivering tailored lessons for pupils with SEMH needs within a supportive multi-disciplinary setting, with safeguarding at the core.

The role suits experienced SEMH practitioners or mainstream teachers transitioning to specialist education, aiming to improve students’ academic, social and emotional outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent.
• Experience with SEMH, behavioural challenges, SEND or alternative provision.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Calm, patient and able to build positive relationships with vulnerable learners.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Manage behaviour positively and consistently using agreed strategies.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced challenges in education.
• Track and monitor student progress against targets.
• Collaborate with support staff, parents/carers and external professionals.
• Contribute to EHCP reviews, reports and multi‑agency meetings where required.
• Promote resilience, confidence and emotional wellbeing alongside academic achievement.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Inclusive teaching

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

SEMH Teacher

Location: Stroud

Full Time | Starting After October Half Term

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teacher to join a specialist educational setting in the Stroud area. This provision supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive educational outcomes. This role would suit an experienced SEMH practitioner or a mainstream teacher looking to transition into specialist education and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated lessons to students with a range of SEMH needs. Working as part of a supportive and multidisciplinary team, you will create a nurturing and structured learning environment that enables pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally. Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality lessons tailored to individual needs
• Managing behaviour positively and consistently using agreed strategies
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced significant challenges in education
• Tracking and monitoring student progress against individual targets
• Working collaboratively with support staff, parents/carers and external professionals
• Contributing to EHCP reviews, reports and multi‑agency meetings where required
• Promoting resilience, confidence and emotional wellbeing alongside academic achievement
• Upholding safeguarding responsibilities at all times

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, SEND or alternative provision settings
• Demonstrates excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Calm, patient and able to build positive relationships with vulnerable learners
• High expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
• Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment
• Work effectively as part of a wider team

Why Choose Us?

• Work alongside our specialised consultant, Ellie, who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Holiday Pay - 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
• Referral Scheme: Know someone seeking a role within the Education sector? Refer them to us and receive a £300 Amazon voucher!
• Join Ivy Resource Group, where we value collaboration, growth, and making a difference in students' lives.

Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. Join us in making a positive impact on young learners' lives! INDT