SEMH Teacher

Inspire Change as a SEMH Teacher in Salisbury

Start Date: September 2025 (Early Start Options Available)
Contract Type: Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)
Age Range: 3 to 19 | Hours: 8:30am – 4pm

Are you a qualified teacher with a passion for supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs?

We are seeking an adaptable, resilient, and compassionate SEMH Teacher to join an outstanding group of specialist schools in the Salisbury area.

These settings provide a nurturing, structured, and highly supportive environment for children and young people facing behavioural challenges and additional needs such as autism and anxiety.

Teaching That Transforms Lives

Working across well-established provisions, you'll be part of a community that places emotional well-being and pupil voice at the centre of learning.

These schools have built a reputation for transforming the lives of students who have struggled in mainstream environments. From therapeutic approaches to tailored curriculum design, the focus is always on progress, relationships, and individual growth.

What Your Role Will Involve

• Delivering creative, differentiated lessons that engage and challenge learners

• Building trust-based relationships with students who may display challenging behaviours

• Working collaboratively with SENCOs, therapists, and support staff

• Supporting students' emotional regulation and personal development

• Creating a safe, consistent, and engaging classroom experience

What You Will Bring

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and experience teaching in SEN or SEMH settings

• A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and behaviour support

• Patience, empathy, and a passion for making learning accessible for all

• The ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse and complex needs

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Access to exclusive CPD and training, including Team Teach and SEMH awareness

• Flexible work options with the ability to start before September

• A dedicated consultant who understands your goals and supports your journey

• Opportunities to work in leading specialist schools with inspiring teams

Be Part of Something Bigger

If you're committed to empowering students with SEMH needs and want to teach where your impact is seen and celebrated every day, this is the opportunity for you.

Join Teaching Personnel and take the next step in your teaching career—where support, flexibility and purpose come together.

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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