At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging lessons tailored to support students' academic and emotional needs.
- Company: Join a specialist SEN/SEMH school in Portsmouth with a nurturing environment.
- Benefits: Free CPD, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Small class sizes allow for personalised support and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND/SEMH and strong relationship-building skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 33483 £ per year.
Full-Time | Long-Term Cover / Temp-to-Perm | September 2026 Start
Prospero Teaching is working in partnership with a specialist SEN/SEMH School and Alternative Provision in Portsmouth. The school supports primary and secondary-aged pupils with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), developmental and medical needs.
Due to continued growth, the school is recruiting for several teaching positions across its different sites. Successful candidates will be matched to the setting and age group most suited to their experience and specialism.
The provision supports pupils with complex SEMH needs, anxiety, Autism, ADHD, mental health needs, medical needs, and those who have struggled to access mainstream education, including permanently excluded pupils. Small class sizes allow staff to build positive relationships and provide the personalised support pupils need to achieve both academically and personally.
The Role
As an SEN Class Teacher, you will deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that support pupils' academic progress, emotional wellbeing and personal development. Working within a nurturing and therapeutic environment, you will help students build confidence, resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.
We are particularly keen to hear from teachers with specialisms in:
- Primary Education
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Humanities
- PSHE
- Functional Skills
- Nurture and Intervention Programmes
- SEMH, SEND or Alternative Provision
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality teaching tailored to individual needs
- Differentiating learning for pupils with SEMH, SEND and communication needs
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Supporting emotional regulation, wellbeing and self-esteem
- Promoting positive behaviour using consistent and nurturing approaches
- Working collaboratively with support staff, families and external agencies
About You
Applications are welcomed from qualified teachers, ECTs and non-QTS teachers with relevant experience in specialist education settings.
You will have:
- Experience working with pupils with SEND, SEMH, Autism, ADHD or additional needs
- A subject or phase specialism relevant to the role
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
- A patient, resilient and nurturing approach
- The ability to adapt teaching to meet diverse learning needs
- A commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
Role Details
Location: Portsmouth
Position: SEN Class Teacher (SEMH/SEND)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long-Term Cover / Temp-to-Perm
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Why Join Prospero Teaching?
- Free accredited CPD including SEMH, SEND, behaviour management and trauma-informed practice
- Access to a dedicated Training and Development Team
- Ongoing support from an experienced local consultant
- Opportunities across specialist education settings
