SEMH Teacher - Specialist School - Hinckley (LE10)

About the role:

Start Date: September 2026

Contract:

Full-Time (37.5 Hours A Week), Term Time Only - Long-Term Placement

Pay:

£130-£240 per day DOE (PAYE - no umbrella deductions)

Job Description:

Justteachers are recruiting an experienced and resilient SEMH Teacher for a specialist setting in Hinckley, LE10. The school supports pupils who may have complex social, emotional and mental health needs and require a highly structured and supportive approach to education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to individual pupil needs
• Create a safe, structured and supportive learning environment
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have social, emotional and mental health needs
• Manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently using appropriate strategies
• Develop individual learning plans and adapt teaching to support pupil progress
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress and provide regular feedback
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and encourage positive attitudes towards learning
• Use effective behaviour management strategies to maintain high expectations
• Work closely with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals

Pre-requisites:

• QTS or equivalent
• Experience teaching within SEN/SEMH settings desirable
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Ability to differentiate learning effectively
• Calm, consistent and resilient approach
• Two school-based references
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
• Right to Work in the UK
• Strong commitment to safeguarding