SEMH Teacher

SEMH Teacher – Full Time | Temp to Perm Opportunity

Location: Calderdale
Start Date: Immediate Start Available or September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary with Permanent Opportunity
Salary: Pay to scale

Inspire Change. Make a Difference.

We are seeking a passionate, resilient, and dedicated Teacher (ideally with a specialism in Maths) to join a specialist SEMH setting supporting children and young people aged 7–17 years with a range of additional needs, including:

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Trauma and attachment difficulties
• Challenging behaviour
• Communication and emotional regulation needs

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for an educator who is committed to helping vulnerable young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.

The Role

As an SEMH Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced significant challenges in education
• Create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment
• Support students’ emotional wellbeing, social development, and self-regulation skills
• Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists, families, and external professionals
• Promote positive behaviour and implement effective behaviour support strategies
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience, and independence

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Has experience working with SEMH pupils, SEND learners, or students with behavioural needs
• Understands trauma-informed practice and relational approaches
• Has knowledge of Autism, ADHD, attachment difficulties, and emotional regulation strategies
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Is patient, adaptable, and committed to improving outcomes for young people
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with complex needs

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term position with the opportunity to become permanent
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on young people’s lives
• Competitive rates of pay
• Immediate start available or September 2026 start for the right candidate

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate teacher looking to make a real difference within a specialist SEMH setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to discuss this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your career supporting young people who need it most.