Secondary SEMH Teacher - Staines, Surrey
Location: Staines, Surrey
Position: Secondary SEMH Teacher
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: January
Salary: Paid to scale, dependent on experience and qualifications
We are currently recruiting a passionate, resilient and dedicated Secondary SEMH Teacher to join a specialist education setting in Staines. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher who is committed to supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated lessons to secondary-aged pupils, creating a positive learning environment where students feel supported, encouraged and able to achieve their potential.
The Role
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum.
- Support students with SEMH needs, including those displaying challenging behaviour.
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
- Establish positive relationships with pupils and build trust through consistent support.
- Implement effective behaviour management strategies and promote positive behaviour.
- Create a safe, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
- Monitor student progress and provide appropriate feedback and support.
- Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff and senior leaders to support student development.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Previous experience teaching secondary-aged pupils.
- Experience working with students with SEMH needs or within specialist SEN settings is highly desirable.
- Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
- A patient, resilient and adaptable approach to teaching.
- The ability to build positive relationships with students who may have experienced barriers to education.
- An enhanced DBS check and the ability to meet safeguarding requirements.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary paid to scale, depending on experience and qualifications.
- The opportunity to work within a specialist setting supporting students with additional needs.
- A supportive working environment with dedicated colleagues.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
Secondary SEMH Teacher - Staines employer: Aspire People
Aspire People is an exceptional employer for FE & College Lecturers in South Wales, offering competitive pay rates of £28 - £45 per hour along with a £100 sign-up bonus after 20 days of work. With a strong commitment to employee growth through free CPD and safeguarding training, as well as dedicated consultant support, Aspire People fosters a flexible and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to inspire the next generation while enjoying meaningful and rewarding employment.
