At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging English lessons and support students with SEMH needs.
- Company: Specialist SEMH school in Darwen, dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and long-term job security.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young lives while developing your teaching skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent; ECTs welcome.
Location: Darwen, Lancashire
Salary: Paid to Scale
Start Date: December 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Available
Spencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a specialist SEMH school in Darwen to recruit a passionate and resilient SEMH English Teacher to join their team from December 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced English Teacher or Early Career Teacher (ECT) who is looking to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people who require additional support with their social, emotional and mental health.
The school supports pupils who may have experienced barriers to education and can present with challenging behaviour, so the successful candidate will need to be adaptable, patient and confident in creating a positive and structured learning environment.
The Role
- Deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons to pupils with SEMH needs.
- Plan and prepare lessons that meet individual learning abilities and needs.
- Create a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment.
- Support pupils with their academic progress, confidence and personal development.
- Manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management strategies.
- Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
- Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and the wider school team.
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- ECTs are welcome to apply.
- Experience teaching English at secondary level is desirable.
- Previous experience working within an SEMH, SEN or alternative provision setting is advantageous but not essential.
- Confident managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with additional needs.
- Resilient, patient and passionate about supporting young people.
- Able to adapt teaching approaches to engage pupils who may struggle in a mainstream classroom.
What We Offer
- Paid to scale - competitive rates in line with teaching experience.
- Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
- December 2026 start.
- Long-term, consistent work.
- Temp-to-perm opportunity available for the right candidate.
- Dedicated support from Spencer Clarke Group throughout your placement.
If you're an experienced English Teacher or ECT looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Spencer Clarke Group to discuss the role further.
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