Job Title: Unqualified SEMH Teacher / Behaviour Lead Instructor Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY postcodes) Position Type: Full-Time, Temporary-to-Permanent Lead the Classroom Through Presence, Relationship, and De-Escalation Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor, Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA), Youth Mentor, or Behaviour Specialist looking to step up into whole-class delivery without needing QTS? Our specialist Alternative Provision (AP) and SEMH settings across Blackpool prioritise genuine authority, de-escalation instincts, and trauma-informed rapport over formal teaching credentials. We are recruiting an Unqualified SEMH Teacher / Behaviour Lead to deliver tailored lessons to small groups of Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 learners (ages 11-16) who have disengaged from mainstream schooling. You will teach micro-classes of 4 to 6 students, supported in every lesson by experienced pastoral teaching assistants, focusing on building confidence, core functional skills, and personal development. Why Choose an Unqualified SEMH Role in Blackpool? Micro-Class Ratios: No 30-pupil lecture halls. Teach intimate cohorts of 4 to 6 learners where you can actually make an individual impact. Full In-Class Support: Every lesson has dedicated pastoral TAs and co-regulation staff in the room alongside you. Balanced School Lifestyle: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. No evening marking mills, no weekend shifts, and all school holidays off. Smooth Route to Permanent: A structured 12-week temp-to-perm transition giving you immediate weekly pay security with a guaranteed permanent school contract upon successful review. Key Responsibilities Small-Group Delivery: Teach adapted, accessible lessons across Entry Level, Functional Skills, or practical vocational subjects tailored to individual learner baselines. Behaviour Management & Co-Regulation: Use low-arousal techniques, firm boundaries, and proactive de-escalation to prevent and defuse crisis situations. Trauma-Informed Practice: Adapt lesson pacing around pupil triggers, attention spans, and targets outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Positive Culture: Establish a calm, structured classroom routine that celebrates small academic and personal wins. Pastoral Collaboration: Work alongside senior leadership, SENCOs, and family support workers, logging behavioural entries and safeguarding notes (e.g., CPOMS). Who We Are Looking For Experience: Proven track record managing groups of secondary-aged learners with complex SEMH needs, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), or challenging behaviour. Backgrounds That Fit: Experienced Cover Supervisors, HLTAs, Sports Coaches, Youth Workers, Ex-Services Instructors, or FE Tutors. Mindset: Grounded presence, emotional resilience, non-defensive communication, and high empathy. Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is not required. A degree, Level 3/4 education qualification, or substantial vocational/mentoring experience is required. De-Escalation Training: Team-Teach, MAPA/CPI, or PRICE training is advantageous (accredited refresher courses available). Safeguarding: An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the DBS Update Service (or willingness to process one immediately). JSON-LD
Unqualified SEMH Teacher / Behaviour Lead in Blackpool employer: Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Preston that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, immediate commission opportunities, and generous holiday allowances, we ensure our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Our comprehensive Impact Academy training programme equips you with the skills to excel in recruitment, while ongoing support from experienced mentors fosters a collaborative environment where you can achieve your career aspirations.
