At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with SEMH needs through creative and engaging learning.
- Company: Join a warm, supportive team dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, holiday pay, and CPD opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible, child-led learning with no rigid lesson plans.
- Why this job: Make real connections and help rewrite a child's story.
- Qualifications: QTS preferred; kindness and creativity are key.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 39000 £ per year.
Do you have the patience and creativity to reach a child who finds school hard? Are you a Secondary-trained teacher who knows that behaviour is communication? If you're ready for real connection over rigid lesson plans, this role is for you.
The Role
- Support children with Social, Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) needs in small classes.
- Think sensory learning, hands-on learning, and rebuilding confidence from the ground up.
- KS3 / KS4 experience welcome.
- No subject specialism required - just a love for engaging lessons.
- Perfect for teachers who thrive outside mainstream.
Why Join Academics?
- Celebrate every "I did it!" moment.
- Flexible, child-led learning - no box-ticking.
- Work alongside behaviour mentors, therapists, SENCOs.
- Evenings, weekends, holidays free.
- Recommend a friend - earn £125 Love to Shop vouchers.
What's on Offer
- Competitive daily rates + holiday pay based on experience.
- CPD in SEN, behaviour trauma-informed practice.
- Warm, supportive team.
- Real influence - help rewrite a child's story with school.
You're a Great Fit If…
- You hold QTS (Secondary preferred).
- You're calm, consistent and kind - even on tough days.
- You make letters, numbers and art feel like an adventure.
- You communicate well with parents and support staff.
- You have (or will get) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
- SEN experience helpful, not essential. Your warmth and determination matter most.
Ready to Make a Real Difference? CV to: Call:
SEN Secondary Teacher Sheffield employer: Academics
Join a warm and supportive team in Sheffield, where your creativity and patience can truly make a difference in the lives of children with SEMH needs. We offer flexible, child-led learning environments that celebrate every achievement, alongside competitive daily rates, CPD opportunities in SEN, and a chance to work collaboratively with behaviour mentors and therapists. Experience a fulfilling career that allows you to rewrite a child's story while enjoying term-time hours and a strong community spirit.
