Job Title: SEMH Teacher
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £150-£230 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a qualified and experienced SEMH Teacher looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people?

Do you have the resilience, expertise, and passion to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in achieving their full potential? If so, GSL Education are opening opportunities for highly qualified SEMH Teachers to join a specialist school in Chesterfield, where your skills and commitment will be truly valued.

As an SEMH Teacher, you will provide tailored and engaging lessons to students who require a more individualised and structured approach to learning. You will be instrumental in creating a nurturing and inclusive environment, enabling students to develop both academically and emotionally.

Responsibilities of SEMH Teacher:

Plan and deliver differentiated lessons that support both academic progress and emotional development.
Foster a positive and structured learning environment, ensuring students feel safe and valued.
Implement individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies to support student engagement.
Work collaboratively with SENCOs, teaching assistants, therapists and external agencies to provide holistic support.
Adapt teaching methods to accommodate students with complex SEMH, ASD, ADHD and associated needs.
Provide constructive feedback and reports to monitor progress and support continuous development.
Actively promote self-confidence, independence and emotional resilience among students.

The successful candidate will:

Must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with a focus on SEMH or SEN.
Have hands-on experience working with students who exhibit Social, Emotional and Mental Health difficulties.
Strong knowledge of understanding of the challenges students with SEMH face.
The ability to differentiate lessons and employ a range of teaching techniques to support students with varying needs.
Have in-depth knowledge of trauma-informed practices, positive behaviour reinforcement and de-escalation techniques.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work closely with other professionals to support SEMH students.
Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Why Choose GSL Education?

Attractive remuneration between £150 - £230 per day, based on qualifications and experience.
Opportunities to work in specialist SEMH schools, offering a supportive and enriching teaching environment.
Dedicated consultants providing tailored career support and guidance.
The chance to be part of a community of educators who are passionate about making a real difference.

Join Us Today!

If you are a qualified and experienced SEMH Teacher in Chesterfield looking for a rewarding and impactful role, we encourage you to apply today! Take the next step in your teaching career with GSL Education and help shape the future of young learners who need it most.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEMH Teacher' role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.