Teacher

Full-Time Teacher – SEMH School

Location: Wirral
Contract: Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated, resilient, and compassionate Full-Time Teacher to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in the Wirral area.

This highly specialised provision supports 15 pupils, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and present with complex social, emotional, and behavioural needs. The role requires a committed teacher who can confidently manage challenging behaviour while building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.

The Role:

As a Teacher in this SEMH setting, you will:

• Deliver engaging, personalised learning tailored to individual needs and abilities
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing classroom environment
• Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using consistent, trauma-informed approaches
• Work closely with teaching assistants, pastoral staff, and external professionals
• Support pupils’ academic progress, emotional regulation, and social development

About You:

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has previous experience in SEMH, alternative provision, or a specialist SEND setting
• Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and emotional resilience
• Is flexible, creative, and adaptable in lesson planning and delivery
• Communicates effectively with pupils, colleagues, and outside agencies
• Is passionate about making a positive impact on young people with complex needs

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills

Why Join?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable young people by providing consistency, stability, and high-quality education in a supportive specialist environment.

If you thrive in a challenging yet fulfilling role and are driven to support pupils with complex needs, we would love to hear from you.