Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teacher
Location: Sheffield
Pay: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term
Are you committed to helping students with SEMH needs overcome challenges and achieve meaningful progress?
GSL Education are working with nurturing schools in Sheffield to recruit an SEMH Teacher. We are seeking a resilient and compassionate educator who can create a supportive learning environment while helping students develop confidence, emotional awareness, and academic success.
The Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Teacher role supports students through challenges while helping them develop confidence, resilience, and positive learning habits.
Responsibilities of SEMH Teacher:
- Deliver engaging lessons that meet the academic and emotional needs of students with SEMH needs
- Create a structured and supportive classroom environment that promotes learning and wellbeing
- Adapt teaching approaches to suit individual abilities and learning requirements
- Encourage positive behaviour and support students in developing self-regulation skills
- Monitor progress and implement strategies that support achievement and engagement
- Work collaboratively with support staff, families, and external professionals where required
Requirements for SEMH Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience working with students with SEMH needs is desirable
- Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable in challenging situations
- Commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Competitive weekly pay tailored to your experience and role
- Gain valuable experience within specialist and inclusive education settings
- Access to training and development opportunities
- Support from dedicated education recruitment consultants
- Opportunity to transform students' educational experiences and future outcomes
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘SEMH Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Tom Knight at tom.knight@gsleducation.comfor more information.