Teacher

Hippo Staffing Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a qualified Classroom Teacher to deliver high-quality academic instruction to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The role includes planning differentiated lessons, maintaining high expectations, and collaborating with colleagues. Essential qualifications include Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and strong classroom management skills. A commitment to safeguarding procedures and enhancing student wellbeing is also required.

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills.
• Experience teaching and supporting diverse learners.
• Commitment to safeguarding and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach across subjects with differentiation for exams.
• Provide targeted interventions and track progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues on school improvement initiatives.

Skills

Classroom management

Teaching diverse learners

Collaboration

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Classroom Teacher (SEMH) - Job Summary

Purpose

• Deliver high-quality academic instruction to young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Create a safe, structured, and supportive environment that promotes both academic progress and holistic development.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and teach across subjects with differentiation, rigor, and preparation for exams (GCSEs, functional skills, accredited qualifications).
• Learner Support: Maintain high expectations, provide targeted interventions, track progress, and celebrate achievements.
• Professional Contribution: Collaborate with colleagues, contribute to school improvement, lead curriculum development, and model professionalism.
• Safeguarding & Pastoral Care: Uphold child protection policies, promote wellbeing, support transitions, and provide emotional guidance.
• General Duties: Build respectful relationships, manage behaviour, supervise pupils, and contribute to school routines.
• Assessment & Reporting: Record progress, prepare reports for reviews, and support exam arrangements.
• Resource Management: Use teaching resources effectively and maintain health and safety awareness.

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Strong subject knowledge and classroom management skills
• Experience teaching and supporting diverse learners
• Commitment to safeguarding, resilience, and teamwork

Desirable

• Additional training in SEND/Autism
• Experience with SEMH/SEND learners, curriculum leadership, exam preparation
• Knowledge of EHCP processes and specialist provision

Safeguarding

• Commitment to child welfare and safeguarding procedures.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

👉 In short: This role is for a qualified, resilient, and adaptable teacher who can deliver structured learning while supporting the emotional and social needs of SEMH students, contributing to both their academic success and personal growth