SEMH Teacher- September

Teaching Personnel; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational provision in Southampton is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher to inspire and support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This full-time, permanent role offers a unique opportunity to work in a nurturing environment, where you will play a crucial role in helping students overcome barriers to learning. With small class sizes and a strong support team, you will be equipped to deliver a broad curriculum tailored to individual needs. This position promises ongoing professional development in trauma-informed practices, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate educators committed to inclusive education.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and training

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEMH needs.
• Proactive and compassionate approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored curriculum to meet individual needs.
• Manage challenging behaviour with restorative approaches.

Skills

Classroom Management

Behaviour Management

Trauma-Informed Approaches

Collaborative Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Job description

SEMH Teacher - Southampton (Start: September 2025)

Are you a passionate, resilient, and empathetic teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

A specialist provision in Southampton is seeking a committed and experienced SEMH Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a supportive environment where every day brings the chance to help students thrive.

Location: Southampton
Start Date: September 2025
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Key Stages: (KS2 / KS3 / KS4 - specify depending on role)
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)

You will be teaching small groups of students with SEMH needs, using creative and tailored approaches to engage and inspire. Working alongside a dedicated pastoral and therapeutic team, your role will be central to helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve both academic and personal growth.

• Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum adapted to individual needs

• Create a nurturing, structured, and positive learning environment

• Manage challenging behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches

• Collaborate with support staff, parents, and external professionals

• Contribute to EHCP reviews and personalised learning plans

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

• Experience working with students with SEMH or in an alternative provision setting

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

• A proactive, flexible, and compassionate approach

• A genuine commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing

• Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios

• A strong, supportive team environment

• Ongoing CPD and training in trauma-informed practice

• Opportunities for career development within a growing provision

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary