SEN/SEMH Teacher

Aspire People; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

Ongoing CPD and specialist training

Supportive leadership

Rewarding role shaping outcomes

Job summary

Aspiring SEN teacher role in Croydon working with pupils aged 6-19 with autism, ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs. Deliver differentiated lessons in a safe, structured environment and support academic, emotional and social development.

Join a specialist school setting with supportive leadership, small classes and ongoing CPD to enhance your practice and impact vulnerable learners daily.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or equivalent or experienced SEN educator.
• Ability to work with children/young people with complex needs.
• Skilled in behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Empathetic, patient and resilient in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, accessible lessons across KS1-KS5.
• Support students with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, and learning needs.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and EHCPs.
• Build strong relationships to promote engagement and progress.
• Collaborate with support staff, therapists and senior leaders.
• Track progress and contribute to reviews and reporting.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive outcomes for learners.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

SEN educator

Behaviour management

Resilience under pressure

Education

Qualified teacher (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate, resilient and dedicated SEN/SEMH Teacher to join a specialist school in Croydon supporting children and young people aged 6-19 with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and associated learning difficulties.

You will be delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet a wide range of abilities while supporting students to develop academically, emotionally, and socially in a safe and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, accessible lessons across KS1-KS5
• Support students with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, and additional learning needs
• Implement behaviour support strategies and personalised learning plans (EHCPs)
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support engagement and progress
• Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists, and senior leaders
• Track progress and contribute to reviews and reporting
• Promote emotional regulation, resilience, and positive outcomes for all learners

We are looking for someone who is:

• A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) or experienced SEN educator
• Confident working with children and young people with complex needs
• Skilled in behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient under pressure
• Passionate about making a difference in alternative/special education
• Able to adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs

Desirable Experience

• SEN or SEMH school experience
• Experience with Autism (ASC), ADHD, trauma-informed practice
• Background in primary, secondary, or alternative provision settings
• Strong understanding of EHCPs and differentiated curriculum delivery

What We Offer

• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Small class sizes and strong staff-to-student ratios
• Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities
• A rewarding role where every day makes a real impact
• Opportunity to shape positive outcomes for vulnerable learners

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks