Teacher / Middle Leader - SEMH

Posted 10 hours 27 minutes ago by Prospero Teaching

Permanent
Full Time
Teaching Jobs
Lancashire, Rochdale, United Kingdom, OL111
Job Description

Job Title: Teacher / Middle Leader - SEMH

Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Contract Type: Full-time

Salary: £750 - £1,500 per week Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications (MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable)

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time

About the School:

A specialist SEND provision in Rochdale is seeking an experienced Teacher or Middle Leader to cover a class supporting learners with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. This is a flexible, learner-led area of the school, working with young people who often present with high anxiety and require a bespoke, trusting approach to re-engage with education. The role offers the opportunity to lead a small team and make a genuine difference in a nurturing, specialist environment.

Role and Responsibilities:
  • Lead and teach a class supporting learners with SEMH needs
  • Deliver a flexible, learner-led curriculum tailored to individual engagement levels
  • Support learners in building trust, confidence, and readiness to progress toward more structured learning
  • Lead and support a team of Teaching Assistants within the class
  • Implement and monitor EHCP targets and person-centred plans
  • Liaise closely with families, external agencies, and the wider school leadership team
What We're Looking For:
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
  • Experience teaching or leading within SEMH, SEND, or alternative provision settings
  • Confidence managing a flexible, learner-led approach with students who may present high anxiety or complex behaviours
  • Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
  • Previous middle leadership experience is desirable but not essential
To Be Eligible You Must:
  • Hold Right to Work in the UK
  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Have an enhanced DBS certificate already on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
  • Provide two professional references from child-related roles
  • Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

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