Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teacher
Location: Sheffield
Salary: Up to £200 per day
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time, Flexible / Day-to-day / Long-term
Start Date: Immediately
A number of specialist and mainstream schools in Sheffield are seeking compassionate and resilient SEMH Teachers to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs across a range of key stages.
About the Schools:
The schools in Sheffield offering these roles are supportive environments that prioritise inclusion, consistency, and a trauma-informed approach to learning. They are committed to providing safe, structured spaces where pupils with SEMH needs can access education, rebuild confidence, and make positive progress both academically and personally. Staff are supported with clear behaviour systems and collaborative working practices.
About the Role:
As a SEMH Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering tailored lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils who may face barriers to learning due to emotional or behavioural challenges. You will create a structured and supportive classroom environment, adapting your approach to ensure engagement, progress, and positive relationships.
Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver differentiated lessons tailored to SEMH needs
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Create a calm, structured and supportive learning environment
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Manage behaviour effectively using consistent and trauma-informed strategies
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Support pupils’ emotional regulation and engagement in learning
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Work closely with support staff and wider school teams
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Track and report on pupil progress and wellbeing
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Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs
Requirements:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
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Experience working with SEMH, SEN, or challenging behaviour
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Strong behaviour management and communication skills
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Calm, resilient, and adaptable teaching approach
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Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
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Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
This is a rewarding opportunity for a SEMH Teacher in Sheffield to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people who require additional support to succeed in education.
To work with GSL Education as a SEMH Teacher, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Hold an up-to-date CV with two references from the last 2 years
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Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Knight at tom.knight@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEMH Teacher, please apply via the application link.