SEMH Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 29,520 - 42,435; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Supportive school environment

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is working with a specialist SEMH provision in Wakefield that supports pupils with SEMH needs. This SEMH Teacher role is full-time and long-term, ASAP start, paying £160-£230 per day (dependent on experience).

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, support emotional regulation and behaviour, monitor progress, and collaborate with staff and external professionals in a nurturing, structured environment.

Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies.
• Work closely with support staff, parents/carers, and external professionals.
• Build positive relationships that promote confidence and resilience.

Skills

Behaviour management

Relationship-building

Education

QTS / QTLS or equivalent

Job description

SEMH Teacher - Wakefield

Area: Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Start Date: ASAP. Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term. Rate: £160 - £230 per day (dependent on experience). Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm.

About the School

We are working with a specialist provision in Wakefield that supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a nurturing and structured environment where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated SEMH Teacher to make a real difference while working alongside a supportive and experienced team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement.
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies where required.
• Work closely with support staff, parents/carers, and external professionals.
• Build positive relationships that promote confidence and resilience.

Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience working with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Strong behaviour management and relationship‑building skills.
• A patient, resilient, and proactive approach.
• Experience in a specialist or alternative provision setting is desirable.

Eligibility

• Hold QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent qualification.
• Have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child DBS on the update service, or be willing to apply for one.
• Provide two professional child‑related references.

Benefits

• Competitive daily rates.
• Supportive school environment.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• Rewarding role with the chance to make a lasting impact.
• Long‑term opportunity with potential for progression.

If you are a passionate SEMH Teacher looking for your next role in Wakefield, please apply with your up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to complete all safeguarding and vetting checks prior to placement.