SEMH English & PSHE Teacher – Transform Learning in Okehampton

Do you want to be part of something genuinely transformational, helping to shape a school, not just join one? We are on an exciting journey of improvement as a specialist SEMH provision, set in a beautiful location on the edge of Dartmoor. Our vision is bold: to create an innovative, nurturing curriculum that blends a primary and nurture-based approach into Year 7 and beyond, providing the consistency, relationships, and care our young people need to re-engage with learning and succeed.

We are seeking driven, reflective, and passionate classroom practitioners for both Primary and Secondary as a teacher of English and PSHE, who wants to make a real difference. This is a unique opportunity to teach within small groups, where relationships come first and teaching can be truly responsive, creative, and individualised.

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering an engaging curriculum across primary phases as well as English and PSHE, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside additional needs such as ADHD, ASD, and communication difficulties. All pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), allowing you to work holistically and make a lasting impact.

This role offers far more than a standard teaching post. As part of a growing and ambitious school, expanding from 80 to 100 pupils over the coming years, you will have genuine opportunities to influence the direction of the curriculum, contribute to building the identity of the school, and progress professionally as the provision develops. With strong support from a forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team, you will be encouraged to innovate, take risks, and refine your practice.

At the heart of our work is a commitment to building self-esteem, confidence, and positive relationships, ensuring every young person leaves us equipped for success in adult life. We are looking to appoint a driven, enthusiastic and dedicated classroom practitioner. If you are motivated by purpose, excited by innovation, and want to be part of building something truly special, we would love to hear from you.

Our Trust comprises of 19 schools, 3 Colleges, 15 Primaries, and one All Through SEMH Special school. Established in 2018, we are situated in beautiful Devon on the outskirts of the stunning Dartmoor National Park. The schools vary in size and are all unique. Our schools are a large part of their local communities, and we value those relationships with families and locals.

The Trust was created to enable schools and staff to work closely together in providing the best education possible for our children. We achieve this through meaningful collaboration both within our schools and beyond our Trust to ensure schools are able to secure and sustain improvement.

Our work is built on our shared values and an unwavering belief that education improves the life chances for the children in our care. We aim for everyone in our organisation, staff and children, to be the best they can be and are relentless in our ambition to achieve this. We want our children to look back on their school experience with a sense of achievement and joy and we provide a wealth of additional curriculum experiences to enrich their learning.

We care deeply about the children in our schools and work with kindness, compassion, manners and respect. By modelling and expecting these behaviours from our children, we aim to grow future citizens who will positively contribute to society, creating a brighter future for our world. Our vision and values are what we build our schools upon, with Ambition, Co-operation & Transformation being at the heart.

As an established Trust, DMAT can offer a wide range of benefits for our employees:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Access to Discounts
• CPD opportunities
• Extensive Health & Wellbeing Package
• Long Service Days
• On site Parking - In some locations
• Excellent Training Package
• Employee Recognition Scheme

Why choose DMAT? DMAT are an inclusive and forward-looking trust, who seek to nurture our children and employees to be the best they can be.

Summary of Role:

• To contribute to the provision of high-quality Teaching and Learning, ensuring maximum success for all.
• To be a role model for the school community and raise levels of pupil achievement.
• Our teachers must possess the skills and understanding to accelerate the progress and raise the achievement of all our children.
• They should be excellent classroom practitioners who are committed to providing high quality learning experiences for all children, possess high levels of emotional intelligence and a desire to continually improve their practice.

The role will require travel to Trust educational settings and offices.

Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. All schools in The Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS).

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Training Details:

• Location: Okehampton College Skills Centre, Okehampton, EX20 1PW
• Purpose: To provide comprehensive training on company policies, procedures, and systems necessary for successful integration into the role.
• Training Schedule: Daily sessions from 9am to 4pm, with breaks provided.
• Benefits of Training Week: To gain valuable insights into our company culture and values. Interact with key stakeholders and team members. Acquire essential knowledge and skills to excel in your role. Establish a strong foundation for your career growth within Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust.