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SEMH Teacher

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Teaching Personnel

£32,916 - 45,350 per year

Carnforth

Permanent | Full Time

14/04/2026

No

Location: Carnforth, Lancashire
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teacher to join a specialist educational setting supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEMH practitioner, or a teacher looking to specialise in a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where positive relationships are at the heart of learning.

You will work with small class sizes, allowing you to deliver personalised, engaging and meaningful lessons that support both academic progress and emotional development. The role requires a calm, flexible and reflective approach, with a strong commitment to inclusion and behaviour support.

  • Deliver high-quality, differentiated teaching to pupils with SEMH needs
  • Develop positive, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and engagement
  • Plan and deliver creative, well-structured lessons aligned to individual learning plans
  • Implement trauma-informed and restorative behaviour strategies
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and external agencies
  • Monitor progress and contribute to EHCP reviews and multi-agency meetings
  • Maintain high expectations for behaviour, learning and personal development

We are looking for someone who:

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
  • Has experience working with pupils with SEMH, ASC, ADHD or associated needs
  • Demonstrates strong behaviour management rooted in empathy and consistency
  • Is resilient, reflective and adaptable to meet individual pupil needs
  • Communicates effectively with pupils, colleagues and families
  • Is committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
  • Small class sizes with high staff-to-pupil ratios
  • A supportive and inclusive staff team
  • Ongoing training in SEMH, trauma-informed practice and behaviour support
  • A school culture that prioritises wellbeing, relationships and positive outcomes
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression

 

Please apply today to make a positive difference.

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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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