SEMH Teacher – Wakefield

SEMH Teacher

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term

Rate: £140 – 232 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm

About the School

The school provides a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where pupils are supported to develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive learning behaviours. You will join a dedicated team focused on delivering high child education that meets each learner’s individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored teaching to primary‑aged pupils with SEMH needs, using relational and trauma approaches.
• Plan and differentiate lessons that support EHCP outcomes, emotional development and academic progress.
• Work collaboratively with the SENCO, pastoral staff, therapists and parents/carers to ensure consistent, holistic support.
• Embed emotional regulation strategies and promote positive behaviour through restorative and therapeutic practices.
• Support progress across academic, social and emotional areas.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience in SEMH or specialist settings, or strong SEMH knowledge within mainstream education.
• Calm, empathetic and resilient practice with a commitment to trauma teaching.
• Passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners.
• Adaptable teaching methods to meet diverse emotional and learning needs.

Eligibility

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS registered on the update service or be willing to apply for one.
• Provide two professional, education based references.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing CPD focused on SEMH and therapeutic approaches.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people with complex needs.
• Long‑term, stable role within a forward nurturing school.

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