SEMH Teacher

Location: Bradford
Salary: £31,350 – £47,839 FTE (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, All Year Round (32.5 hours per week)
Pay Scale: Teachers’ Main Pay Scale / UPS – Fringe

We are proud to be working in partnership with a purpose-built SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school based in Bradford, as it seeks to appoint an experienced and passionate Teacher to join its founding team.

This is a rare opportunity to play a vital role in establishing an inclusive, nurturing learning environment where pupils with complex behavioural and emotional needs are supported to thrive and achieve.

About the School

Opening in central Bradford, this specialist school will cater to up to pupils with SEMH and associated needs, including residential provision. The school is part of a well-respected Trust committed to high standards of academic, social, emotional, and vocational development.

The curriculum combines formal, informal, and enriched learning opportunities, supporting young people in becoming confident, independent members of their communities.

The school ethos places strong emphasis on positive relationships, structure, and emotional safety—creating a space where both pupils and staff can grow and succeed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• QTS (or other recognised teaching qualification)

• A strong understanding of, or commitment to developing expertise in, SEMH needs

• Experience of working with vulnerable children and managing challenging behaviours

• A reflective, compassionate, and resilient approach to teaching

• A belief in the potential of every young person

What Teaching Personnel Offers:

• Ongoing professional support from a dedicated education consultant

• Opportunity to work in a ground-breaking new SEMH setting

• Access to regular CPD opportunities and career progression pathways

• Competitive pay structure aligned with your experience

If you are looking for a fresh challenge in a supportive and meaningful setting, we would love to hear from you. Join us in helping shape a new chapter for SEMH education in Bradford.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please apply to show interest.

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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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