Unqualified Teacher - SEMH

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an Unqualified Teacher to join a specialist SEMH secondary school in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. You will deliver engaging lessons to KS3/KS4 with planning resources and support students with SEMH needs to access the curriculum.

The role emphasises a positive, structured classroom environment, trauma-informed practice, and collaboration with staff to support student progress and personal development.

Qualifications

• Deliver KS3/KS4 lessons with provided planning and resources.
• Support learners with SEMH needs to access the curriculum.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Establish a positive, structured classroom environment.
• Use de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Collaborate with staff and pastoral teams to support progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and activities across KS3 and KS4.
• Support students with SEMH needs to access learning and stay engaged.
• Build strong relationships and be a positive classroom role model.
• Work with teaching staff and other professionals to aid progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Trauma-informed practice

Engagement strategies

Role modelling

Job description

Unqualified Teacher - SEMH Secondary School

Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire

Employer: Tradewind Recruitment

Contract: Full-time, long-term opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a confident, resilient and passionate Unqualified Teacher to join a specialist secondary SEMH school in the St Neots area.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with a strong interest in education and experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will be working with secondary-aged pupils who may face barriers to learning, emotional regulation and engagement with education.

You will play an important role in delivering engaging learning activities, building positive relationships and helping students develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed.

The Role

• Deliver engaging lessons and learning activities across KS3 and KS4, using provided planning and resources where appropriate.
• Support students with a range of SEMH needs, helping them access the curriculum and remain engaged in learning.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
• Establish clear expectations and maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.
• Manage challenging behaviour using appropriate de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and act as a positive role model.
• Support students with emotional regulation, confidence and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and other professionals to support student progress.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils or young people.
• Has experience supporting individuals with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour or mental health difficulties.
• Is confident leading learning activities and managing a classroom.
• Has a calm, patient and consistent approach.
• Understands the importance of trauma-informed practice and positive behaviour support.
• Can motivate and engage students who may have struggled to access mainstream education.
• Is resilient, adaptable and passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
• Previous experience in a secondary SEMH school, alternative provision, specialist education, residential childcare or youth support would be particularly beneficial.

You do not need to hold QTS for this position, but you should have relevant experience and the confidence to lead learning with secondary-aged pupils.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience.
• Access to free professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Access to the National College following your first day of work.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist education settings.
• Potential for longer-term and permanent opportunities.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references