SEMH Teacher

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking to make a real difference? We are seeking SEMH Teachers to work across a range of specialist schools throughout Surrey, supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.

About the Role:
As an SEMH Teacher, you will deliver tailored, high-quality education to pupils with complex social, emotional, and mental health challenges. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to create a positive, supportive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to meet the diverse needs of SEMH pupils

• Support pupils’ emotional development alongside academic progress

• Develop and implement behaviour management strategies

• Collaborate with support staff, families, and external agencies to provide holistic support

• Contribute to assessment, tracking, and reporting pupil progress

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) with experience in SEMH or special educational needs preferred

• Strong understanding of SEMH strategies and best practices

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Patience, resilience, and a commitment to inclusive education

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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