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SEMH Teacher | KS4 / KS5 | Secondary & Post-16 | Hackney, East LondonSEMH Teacher | Behaviour & Mental Health | Alternative Provision | KS4 / KS5 | Hackney | Long-Term Opportunity
Are you a passionate Secondary Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a genuine difference to young people's lives?
Ribbons & Reeves are working with a specialist SEN school in Hackney, East London, seeking a committed and resilient SEMH Teacher to join their team, teaching students across Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who can build positive relationships with young people, engage students who may have experienced barriers to education and deliver meaningful learning in a structured, supportive environment.
The school supports students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, including those who may have experienced behavioural difficulties, disrupted education, anxiety or challenges accessing mainstream education.
Whether you have previous experience in an SEMH school, PRU or Alternative Provision (AP), or are an experienced Secondary Teacher looking to move into specialist education, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role – SEMH Teacher
- Teaching students across KS4 and KS5 within a specialist SEMH setting.
- Planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet a range of academic abilities and individual learning needs.
- Supporting students working towards GCSEs, functional skills, vocational qualifications and post-16 progression where appropriate.
- Building positive relationships with students who may have experienced exclusion, disengagement or significant barriers to learning.
- Establishing clear boundaries, consistent routines and high expectations around behaviour and learning.
- Supporting emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive engagement with education.
- Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, pastoral teams and senior leaders to support student progress.
- Adapting teaching strategies to maintain engagement and create a purposeful, safe classroom environment.
What We're Looking For
- QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Experience teaching at secondary level, ideally KS4 or KS5.
- An understanding of SEMH, challenging behaviour and the barriers some young people face in education.
- Strong behaviour management and the ability to establish positive relationships with students.
- A calm, consistent and resilient approach, particularly when managing challenging situations.
- The ability to engage students who may have previously struggled within mainstream education. xgikmsk
- A genuine commitment to helping young people achieve their academic and personal potential.
SEMH Teacher KS4/5 in Hackney employer: RIBBONS AND REEVES
RIBBONS AND REEVES is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment for aspiring Speech and Language Therapists. Located in Hounslow, the company fosters a collaborative work culture with a strong emphasis on professional development, providing ample opportunities for growth within the educational sector. Employees benefit from hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced professionals, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
