At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and support students with SEMH needs through engaging lessons and positive relationships.
- Company: Join a purpose-driven agency dedicated to educators and vulnerable young people.
- Benefits: Permanent role, supportive team, ongoing professional development, and a rewarding experience.
- Other info: Dynamic environment where no two days are the same, with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while growing your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience with SEMH or challenging behaviour required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33483 £ per year.
SEMH Teacher – Specialist School
Location: Stoke-on-Trent (ST4) Contract: Permanent Start Date: September 2026 Hours: Full-time, Half Day On Fridays!
Milk Education is working in partnership with a specialist SEMH school in Stoke-on-Trent that is looking to appoint a passionate and resilient SEMH Teacher on a permanent basis.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a qualified teacher who is committed to supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with SEMH needs.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment where pupils can thrive.
- Build positive relationships with pupils and use a trauma-informed approach to support engagement.
- Manage and support challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies.
- Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress in line with EHCP targets and school expectations.
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral teams, therapists, and external agencies.
- Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, social development, and personal growth.
- Encourage resilience, independence, and positive attitudes towards learning.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour, or within a specialist SEN setting.
- Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
- A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet a range of learning and emotional needs.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Why Join?
- Permanent teaching opportunity within a specialist SEMH setting.
- Supportive leadership team and experienced pastoral staff.
- Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.
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Why choose Milk Education?
Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first.
We’re committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment.
All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with Df E, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.
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