SEN Teacher

Pertemps; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in East London is seeking a committed SEN Teacher to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in working with SEMH or behaviour needs. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons and implementing behaviour strategies in a supportive environment. This full-time role offers competitive pay and access to professional development in a well-resourced setting.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Access to specialist SEMH and trauma-informed CPD

Well-resourced classrooms

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with pupils with SEMH needs or in PRU/Alternative Provision.
• Secure understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work closely with behaviour mentors, LSAs, therapists, and safeguarding teams.

Skills

Strong behaviour management skills

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Calm and consistent approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teacher (SEMH) 📍 Location: East London

💷 Salary: MPS/UPS – Paid to Scale

🕒 Contract: Full-time (Permanent or Long-term)

We are seeking a committed and resilient SEN Teacher with a passion for supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This role is based in a specialist provision in East London, supporting pupils who require consistency, structure, and strong positive role models.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for pupils with SEMH needs
• Teach small classes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
• Implement trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Work closely with behaviour mentors, LSAs, therapists, and safeguarding teams
• Track progress against EHCP targets and individual behaviour plans

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience working with pupils with SEMH, behaviour needs, or in PRU/Alternative Provision
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• A secure understanding of safeguarding and child protection

What’s on Offer:

• MPS/UPS (paid to scale)
• Supportive leadership and experienced SEMH teams
• Access to specialist SEMH and trauma‑informed CPD
• Well‑resourced classrooms and therapeutic support

📩 Apply today to join a setting where your expertise will help transform outcomes for vulnerable young people.