SEMH Teacher

Posted 25/10/26
Harlow, Essex, South East
150 - 250 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
Join a innovative school located in the vibrant South East of England, specifically within the Essex area, as an SEMH Teacher. This vital role involves working within a specialist secondary provision dedicated to supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. You will be instrumental in re-engaging disaffected learners, expertly managing complex behaviour, and delivering a carefully modified curriculum tailored to individual needs. We are seeking professionals available for long-term, daily supply, or permanent contracts, offering a competitive daily rate of between £150 and £250, with an immediate start available.

Key Responsibilities
* Design and deliver an engaging, modified curriculum for secondary pupils.
* Implement highly effective strategies for behaviour management within the classroom.
* Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages pupil re-engagement.
* Provide tailored support to young people experiencing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges.
* Collaborate closely with teaching assistants and support staff to maximise learning outcomes.
* Regularly assess pupil progress and adapt teaching methods to meet evolving needs.

About You
* Possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) relevant for the UK.
* Demonstrate proven experience working with secondary-aged pupils in an SEMH setting.
* Exhibit a deep understanding of strategies for managing and de-escalating complex behaviours.
* Skilled in differentiating curriculum content to cater for diverse learning styles and abilities.
* Display exceptional resilience, empathy, and patience in challenging situations.
* Committed to fostering positive relationships

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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