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SEMH Teacher


Teaching Personnel

£31,650 - 49,084 per year

Leyland

Temporary | Full Time

10/09/2024

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Job Advertisement: Secondary Teacher (Core Subject) – SEMH School, Leyland (Maternity Cover)

Position: Secondary Teacher (Core Subject)
Location: Leyland
Contract: Maternity Cover
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: To be confirmed

Are you a dedicated and passionate teacher, ready to make a difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are seeking a committed Secondary Teacher to join our team for a maternity cover role, teaching a core subject to students who face complex challenges. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, forward-thinking SEMH school based in Leyland.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach a core subject (Maths, English, or Science) to secondary-aged students.
  • Develop and deliver engaging lessons tailored to meet the unique needs of students with SEMH and challenging behaviour.
  • Create a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally.
  • Implement strategies to support positive behaviour and promote social and emotional development.
  • Collaborate with the wider school team, including support staff and SEN specialists, to ensure all students receive the individualised care and attention they need.
  • Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting teaching methods to meet their evolving needs.

Essential Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching at secondary level.
  • Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning.
  • Experience or a genuine interest in working with students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
  • Adaptability, resilience, and patience in a demanding but highly rewarding teaching environment.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support the holistic development of each student.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in an SEMH or alternative provision setting.
  • Additional qualifications or training related to SEN or behaviour management.

Why Join Us?

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment where staff are valued.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people who need it the most.
  • A dynamic and rewarding role with the opportunity to develop professionally.

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the experience and commitment to work in an SEMH setting, we would love to hear from you.

This advert highlights the challenges and rewards of the role, making it appealing to teachers looking to work in a specialised environment with SEMH students.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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