SEMH Teacher

Vision for Education; Tameside; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE payroll

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social events

Pension contributions

CPD support

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education are seeking an SEMH Teacher in Tameside for a full-time, temporary position starting September 2026. You will deliver the National Curriculum through an adapted and flexible approach to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, balancing learning with pastoral care.

Join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team and make a real difference with restorative strategies.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised UK teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS or equivalent).
• Experience with SEMH pupils, challenging behaviour or additional learning barriers.
• Strong understanding of SEMH and differentiated teaching approaches.
• Strong classroom management, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Effective communication with pupils, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred education and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the National Curriculum with an adapted approach for SEMH pupils.
• Provide pastoral care alongside teaching, using restorative strategies.
• Build strong relationships to support pupil progress and behaviour.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to support learners.

Skills

Experience with SEMH pupils

Behaviour management

Differentiated teaching

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Collaborative teamwork

Education

QTS/QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Be the teacher who helps students rediscover trust in education and rebuild their future in a specialist SEMH setting based in Tameside where your impact truly matters.

SEMH Teacher (full time, temporary)
Tameside
£800 - £1100 per week PAYE (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)
Start date: September 2026

The School and the Role

This specialist SEMH school in Tameside supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs through a structured approach, where strong relationships, consistency and adaptable teaching styles help young people make real progress and succeed.

As an SEMH Teacher, you will deliver the National Curriculum through an adapted and flexible approach, supporting pupils with complex social, emotional and mental health needs. You will balance learning with pastoral care, using clear boundaries and restorative strategies to rebuild trust, re-engage learners and promote positive behaviour.

You will be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team with the time and resources to make a real difference. Teachers from all subject specialisms are encouraged to apply, especially those passionate about SEMH, inclusion and behaviour support who want to see the impact of their work every day.

Requirements

• Hold a recognised UK teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Have experience working with pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or additional learning barriers
• Evidence a strong understanding of Social, Emotional and Mental Health and differentiated teaching approaches
• Demonstrate strong classroom management, communication and relationship-building skills
• Communicate effectively with pupils, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Show a commitment to inclusive, pupil-centred education and equal opportunities

What we offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

Aboutus

We are a market-leadingeducation supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are an SEMH Teacher based near Tameside who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners, then we want to hear from you.

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