SEMH Teacher

Posted 12/11/26
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, West Midlands
150 - 250 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
A highly regarded school is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher to join their specialist secondary provision. This vital role involves supporting secondary-age learners who require a tailored approach to education, focusing on their social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will be instrumental in re-engaging disaffected individuals, delivering a modified curriculum designed to meet their unique requirements, and effectively managing complex behaviours within a nurturing and structured environment. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute significantly to a community dedicated to student well-being and progress.

Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging and adapted lessons across a modified curriculum for secondary-age pupils.
* Implement effective strategies for managing complex behavioural needs within the classroom.
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and emotionally supportive learning environment for all students.
* Develop and review individualised learning plans, ensuring student progress and attainment.
* Collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff to provide holistic care for learners.
* Monitor and assess pupil development, providing constructive feedback and celebrating achievements.

About You
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential for this rewarding position.
* You possess proven experience working with secondary-age learners who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
* A compassionate, resilient, and patient approach to supporting vulnerable pupils defines your professional practice.
* You demonstrate excellent behaviour management skills and a diverse toolkit of strategies.
* The ability to adapt teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles and individual pupil needs is crucial.
* A commitment to continuous professional development and effective teamwork is highly valued.

Why Join
Join a truly supportive and collaborative community where your expertise will make a profound impact on young lives. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for professional growth within a specialist setting. Benefit from competitive daily rates and flexible contract options, including long-term or permanent roles, with an immediate start available, all within a vibrant educational setting in the West Midlands.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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