SEMH Teachers

Prospero Teaching are working with a dynamic SEMH School based in Bournemouth that is currently seeking SEN Teachers to join their passionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, specialist setting where you can make a lasting difference to young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The school supports pupils aged 11-16 who require a structured, therapeutic, and nurturing learning environment. Many of the pupils have experienced trauma, school avoidance, or difficulties with emotional regulation, and benefit from a tailored, inclusive curriculum. The successful candidate will be resilient, compassionate, and committed to supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviours.

Teachers from all subject backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as the school offers a broad and creative curriculum designed to re-engage learners in education and develop life skills alongside academic progress.

Contract Details:

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Position: SEN Teacher SEMH Provision
Type of work: Teaching pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Start date: September 2025 (possibly sooner)
Duration / Likely Duration: Temporary to Permanent
End date (if applicable): Temporary to Permanent
Contract type: Temporary to Permanent
Full time/part time: Full time
Minimum rate of pay: GBP162.81 per day (equivalent to M1)
Hours: 8:30 am 4:00 pm

Experience, Training & Qualifications:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
All subject specialisms welcome core subjects, vocational subjects, and creative disciplines
Experience teaching pupils with SEMH, behavioural needs, or in an alternative provision is highly desirable
Strong behaviour management and the ability to create a calm, safe learning space
A nurturing, therapeutic approach to education and understanding of trauma-informed practice
Experience developing individualised learning plans and supporting EHCP outcomes
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:

Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to apply for a new one
Provide two professional child-related references
Full driving licence and access to a car (desirable but not essential)

Other Information:

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your most up-to-date CV. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful candidates will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.

We Offer:

Free, accredited CPD courses including behaviour management, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding
Access to a dedicated Training and Development Team for continued support

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