SEND Mechanics Teacher - SEMH in Swindon

Elementa Support Services are delighted to partner with a respected education provider in Swindon, specialising in SEND and SEMH support. We are seeking a dedicated Mechanics Teacher to join a vibrant academy with a focus on providing exceptional support to learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). This is a temporary contract role, starting on 5th January 2026, with an ongoing timetable until further notice.

The successful candidate will work within a supportive environment that values professionalism, collaboration, and a compassionate approach to student wellbeing.

As a SEND Mechanics Teacher, your primary responsibility will be to support students with SEMH needs, helping them access the school curriculum and develop the skills necessary for their personal growth. You will work closely with teaching staff and SENCOs to implement tailored support plans, create a positive learning environment, and promote social and emotional development. The role is based full-time in Swindon and offers a daily rate of £100 - £180, depending on experience and qualifications. You will be integral to the ongoing support of pupils, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and able to engage effectively with their learning.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Mechanics Teacher specifically within SEND settings with SEMH needs. You should demonstrate empathy, patience, and a proactive approach to supporting children with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt your support to individual learners are essential. Experience working within an academy or similar educational environment is desirable, along with relevant safeguarding training or certificates.

All applications will be managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner for this role. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full prescreen to assess their suitability for the role. Any appointment will be subject to a successful interview process, satisfactory references, Safeguarding & Prevent training, DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless you have a DBS subscribed to the Update Service) and successful completion of a 12 week / 60 paid day employment trial period.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive.
• Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates including tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

This role is not suitable for applicants not currently based within the UK requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work without UK schools' experience.

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. Please apply with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.