SEN/SEMH Teacher - Romford

Aspire People; Romford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small class sizes

CPD & training opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Career progression pathways

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a passionate SEN/SEMH Teacher to join a specialist school in Romford, supporting learners aged 6-19 with ASC, ADHD and SEMH needs. Plan and deliver tailored lessons, create personalised targets and work within EHCP frameworks to promote progress and wellbeing.

You'll join a collaborative team, focused on inclusive education, positive behaviour, and safeguarding. The role emphasizes academic, social and emotional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or equivalent is required.
• Experience with SEN, SEMH and complex learning needs is highly valued.
• Ability to plan and deliver differentiated lessons for pupils across a wide range of abilities.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons across KS1-KS5.
• Adapt teaching to meet diverse SEN/SEMH needs and additional learning difficulties.
• Develop and implement personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Establish routines to promote positive behaviour and effective learning.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants, therapists, parents, carers and senior leaders to support pupils.
• Promote emotional regulation, independence and life skills.

Skills

Differentiated planning

Behaviour management

Communication

Empathy

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

We are seeking a passionate, resilient, and dedicated SEN/SEMH Teacher to join a specialist school in Romford, 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 responsible for planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of learners across a range of abilities. You will create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, emotional development, independence, and positive behaviour.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and differentiated lessons across KS1-KS5.
• Adapt teaching approaches and learning materials to meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEN, SEMH, and additional learning difficulties.
• Develop and implement personalised learning plans, individual targets, and strategies in line with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Establish clear expectations, routines, and boundaries to promote positive behaviour and effective learning.
• Implement appropriate behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support pupils with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, confidence, resilience, and progress.
• Assess, monitor, and record pupil progress, adapting teaching strategies to support individual development.
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, therapists, parents, carers, and senior leaders to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
• Promote emotional regulation, social development, independence, and essential life skills.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment where all pupils feel valued and supported.
• Contribute to parents' evenings, EHCP reviews, progress meetings, and other relevant school reporting processes.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and promote the welfare and wellbeing of all pupils.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

• A qualified teacher with QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experienced in, or passionate about, teaching children and young people with SEN, SEMH, and complex learning needs.
• Confident in planning and delivering differentiated lessons that engage pupils with a range of abilities.
• Skilled in positive behaviour management, conflict resolution, and de-escalation techniques.
• Patient, empathetic, resilient, and able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Committed to inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.
• Able to assess pupil progress and use this information to inform future planning and teaching.
• A strong communicator who can work effectively with support staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Dedicated to creating a positive learning environment that supports academic, social, and emotional development.

Desirable Experience

• Previous teaching experience in an SEN, SEMH, or specialist school setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, and social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support approaches.
• Experience teaching in primary, secondary, or alternative provision settings.
• A strong understanding of EHCPs, personalised learning plans, and differentiated curriculum delivery.
• Experience contributing to pupil assessments, progress reviews, and individual development targets.
• Additional qualifications or training in SEN, SEMH, behaviour management, or safeguarding.

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Small class sizes and strong staff-to-student ratios.
• Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities.
• Opportunities to develop your teaching practice and progress professionally.
• A collaborative working environment with dedicated support staff and specialist professionals.
• A rewarding teaching role where you can make a meaningful difference every day.
• The opportunity to shape positive educational outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.