SEMH Teacher (Subject Specialism Welcome) - Boston

Justteachers Ltd; Boston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Boston is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher with a subject specialism to join its growing team. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching across a specialist subject, adapting content for SEMH learners, and supporting curriculum development to broaden pupil opportunities.

The position aims to start in the new academic year with potential to extend into a permanent role. Applicants should have a recognised teaching qualification and experience in SEMH or related

Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in secondary, SEND or SEMH settings preferred.
• Ability to develop and expand curriculum opportunities.
• Strong behaviour management and inclusion strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across your specialist subject area to SEMH learners.
• Support curriculum development by introducing engaging subject content.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage participation and progress.
• Implement behaviour support strategies promoting emotional regulation.
• Plan differentiated lessons for varying abilities and needs.
• Monitor attainment, progress and personal development with accurate records.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, families and external professionals.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

Subject specialist

Behaviour management

Curriculum development

Pupil engagement

Education

Teaching qualification equivalent to QTS/QTLS

Job description

About the role:

An innovative specialist SEMH provision in Boston is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher with a subject specialism to join its growing team. As the school continues to develop its curriculum offer, they are keen to welcome teachers from a range of subject backgrounds including Humanities, Sport, Construction, Business, ICT, Creative Arts, Science, or other specialist areas that could further enrich opportunities for pupils.

The school supports children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and is committed to delivering a broad, engaging, and personalised curriculum that prepares learners for future education, employment, and independent living. This is a unique opportunity for a teacher to help shape and influence curriculum development within a forward-thinking setting.

This role is to start in the new academic year and has the protentional to be extended into a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across your specialist subject area while adapting content to meet the needs of SEMH learners.
• Support the ongoing development of the curriculum by introducing engaging and relevant subject content.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to encourage participation, engagement, and academic progress.
• Implement effective behaviour support strategies that promote emotional regulation and positive learning behaviours.
• Plan differentiated lessons that accommodate varying abilities, learning styles, and additional needs.
• Monitor attainment, progress, and personal development, maintaining accurate records and reports.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, families, and external professionals to support pupil success.

Pre-requisites:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within secondary education, alternative provision, SEND, or SEMH settings is desirable.
• A recognised subject specialism with a passion for developing and expanding curriculum opportunities.
• Strong understanding of behaviour management, inclusion, and pupil engagement strategies.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with young people who may have experienced barriers to education.
• Commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and ambitious learning environment for all pupils.
• Experience adapting teaching approaches to support pupils with SEMH, SEND, or additional learning needs would be advantageous.