Trauma-Informed Class Teacher (SEMH/SEND, 13-18)

Shorefields; Leigh on Sea; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trauma-informed team culture

Small class sizes

CPD and therapeutic approaches

Job summary

Shorefields is seeking a compassionate Class Teacher to join our specialist provision for students aged 13–18, in Leigh-on-Sea. You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and foster a trauma-informed, supportive learning environment within a close-knit residential-education setting.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, experience with secondary-aged learners in SEMH/SEND settings, and a strong, child-centred approach.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent)
• Experience teaching secondary-aged students, ideally within SEMH/SEND settings
• Strong subject knowledge, particularly Maths and Science
• Relational, reflective, and child-centred approach
• Confidence in adapting the curriculum to meet diverse needs
• Strong behaviour support skills grounded in empathy and understanding
• Excellent communication and teamwork across care and education
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the learning needs of the students
• Creating a calm, structured, and emotionally safe classroom environment
• Using trauma-informed strategies to support regulation, resilience, and positive relationships
• Working closely with the children's home team to ensure consistency across home and school
• Planning personalised learning pathways that build confidence and celebrate progress
• Using assessment to inform teaching and track holistic development
• Supporting students with social, emotional, and communication needs
• Contributing to a multi-disciplinary approach that places the child at the centre

Skills

Maths

Science

QTS

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Shorefields is seeking a compassionate Class Teacher to join our specialist provision for students aged 13–18, in Leigh-on-Sea. You will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons and foster a trauma-informed, supportive learning environment within a close-knit residential-education setting.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, experience with secondary-aged learners in SEMH/SEND settings, and a strong, child-centred approach.