SEMH Teacher - Independent SEMH

Teaching Personnel; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent SEMH school in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a qualified teacher to join their team. The role includes delivering engaging lessons tailored to students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will monitor progress and create a nurturing environment while collaborating with support staff. Ideal candidates are adaptable, have strong classroom management skills, and a passion for helping vulnerable learners improve their life outcomes. Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £50,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Essential QTS required for teaching role.
• Strong skills in managing classroom behaviour.
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons for KS2-KS3.
• Create a nurturing environment tailored to SEMH learners.
• Monitor academic and pastoral progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Lesson planning

Behaviour management

Support for vulnerable learners

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

SEMH Teacher - Independent Specialist School (Stoke)

Role: Qualified Teacher (QTS essential)

Location: Stoke-on-Trent (SEMH Independent School - Multi-Site)

Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start: ASAP / Negotiable

Inspire, support, and transform learning for pupils with SEMH needs in a small, high-support environment.

A specialist independent SEMH school in Stoke is seeking a resilient, skilled, and adaptable teacher to join their growing team. With small class sizes and two sites, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, varied environment and can build strong, consistent relationships with pupils presenting challenging behaviour.

This is an opportunity to make a direct difference in a setting where individual progress, emotional regulation, and personalised learning are at the heart of the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across KS2-KS3
• Create a structured, nurturing learning environment tailored to SEMH learners
• Use behaviour strategies consistently to support regulation and positive routines
• Track and monitor academic and pastoral progress
• Work collaboratively with support staff and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Contribute to whole-school routines across both sites

Qualifications & Skills

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Strong classroom management skills and confidence handling challenging behaviour
• Flexible, calm, and adaptable approach to a fast-changing environment
• Ability to plan clearly, deliver effectively, and maintain high expectations
• Passion for supporting vulnerable learners and improving life outcomes
• Self-driven, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement

This is a rewarding role for a teacher who wants to combine curriculum delivery with meaningful pastoral impact. If you're resilient, motivated, and ready for a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Jordan at Teaching Personnel for a confidential discussion:

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the op