SEMH Teacher - Small Groups, Therapeutic Learning

Riley Personnel; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Riley Personnel is seeking a qualified SEMH Teacher to join an alternative provision in Southend-on-Sea starting this January. You will teach groups of 6 to 8 pupils with differentiated lessons within a structured, therapeutic framework to re-engage learners.

You will be supported by experienced Learning Support Assistants and collaborate with pastoral leads, SENCOs, and therapeutic staff to track progress and behaviour.

Qualifications

• UK QTS or QTLS (ECTs with substantial SEN or SEMH placement experience are welcome).
• Background in an SEMH school, PRU, AP, or mainstream setting with strong behaviour management experience.
• A calm, grounded approach focused on understanding behaviour as communication.
• De-escalation training (e.g., Team-Teach, Step On, MAPA) is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, accessible lessons tailored to small groups of 6-8 pupils.
• Manage classroom dynamics using restorative practice, emotional regulation, and proactive de-escalation.
• Direct and deploy classroom Learning Support Assistants to ensure optimal 1:1 intervention.
• Work closely with pastoral leads, SENCOs, and therapeutic staff to track academic and social targets.
• Build consistent, trust-based relationships with learners who have faced barriers in mainstream education.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

SEMH experience

Classroom management

Restorative practice

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or QTLS

Job description

Riley Personnel is seeking a qualified SEMH Teacher to join an alternative provision in Southend-on-Sea starting this January. You will teach groups of 6 to 8 pupils with differentiated lessons within a structured, therapeutic framework to re-engage learners.

You will be supported by experienced Learning Support Assistants and collaborate with pastoral leads, SENCOs, and therapeutic staff to track progress and behaviour.