Secondary Pupil Referral Teacher

SEMH Teacher

Location: Salford
Start: September 2026
Contract: Full-time
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you a resilient and passionate teacher committed to transforming young lives? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teacher to work within a specialist PRU setting in Salford, supporting students aged 11–16 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, and barriers to learning.

About the Role

You’ll teach small groups of pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education, delivering tailored lessons in a structured, supportive environment. With a strong emphasis on building relationships, consistency, and personalised support, this role offers the opportunity to re-engage learners and make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons
• Support students’ academic progress and emotional development
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviour using de-escalation strategies
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Monitor progress and contribute to personalised learning plans
• Work closely with support staff and pastoral teams

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience with SEMH, PRU, or challenging behaviour (highly desirable)
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and empathetic approach
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Access to CPD and specialist training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
• Work with a trusted national education agency

If you’re ready to inspire, support, and make a real difference, apply today with Teaching Personnel.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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