Trauma-Informed SEMH Teacher (Maths & Science) - Secondary

Randstad NV; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is recruiting a compassionate SEMH Teacher to join a specialist provision in Westcliff-on-Sea, coaching students aged 13-18 in Maths and Science. You will work with residential care teams and therapists to create a trauma-informed learning environment where pupils feel safe, understood and motivated.

The role requires QTS or UK equivalence, secondary teaching experience, and an Enhanced DBS with Update Service.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or UK equivalent.
• Strong Maths and Science knowledge with ability to differentiate lessons.
• Experience teaching secondary-aged students; SEMH/SEND desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service covering Child & Adult Workforce.
• Safeguarding, Prevent, and Allergy Training within last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons for SEMH/SEND, focusing on Maths and Science.
• Create a calm, structured, emotionally safe classroom environment.
• Use trauma‑informed approaches and de‑escalation to manage behaviour.
• Monitor progress and adapt lessons for different abilities, celebrating achievements.
• Collaborate with residential care teams, SENCos, and external agencies for holistic support.

Skills

Maths

Science

Classroom management

Patience

Resilience

Education

QTS

Job description

Randstad Education is recruiting a compassionate SEMH Teacher to join a specialist provision in Westcliff-on-Sea, coaching students aged 13-18 in Maths and Science. You will work with residential care teams and therapists to create a trauma-informed learning environment where pupils feel safe, understood and motivated.

The role requires QTS or UK equivalence, secondary teaching experience, and an Enhanced DBS with Update Service.