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Lead SEMH Teacher

Job Posted: 16 hours ago

Salary: £ 39,556 - 45,352 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Lead SEMH Teacher
New Alternative Provision, Southampton
MP3-MP6 + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
September 2026 - Full-Time, Permanent

Academics are seeking an exceptional and passionate Lead SEMH Teacher to join a brand new Alternative Provision opening in Southampton in September 2026.

This is a unique opportunity for a successful SEMH Teacher to help shape a nurturing, child-centred setting from the ground up. The new provision will support KS2 and KS3 pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH) and other complex needs such as autism.

The new Alternative Provision will have a maximum of 12 pupils on site at any one time. The provision is small so you are able to cater to their individual learning needs. Building relationships, providing consistency and being able to offer tailored learning is at the heart of everything they will do.

About the Role

As the Lead SEMH Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in establishing and delivering high quality education and emotional support to all pupils. You will lead on curriculum delivery, support the development of individual learning pathways, and work closely with colleagues, families and external professionals to ensure every child can thrive.

This lead role is suited to an experienced SEMH Teacher who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and who is looking for a leadership opportunity within a specialist setting.

The successful Lead SEMH Teacher will be someone who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has a minimum of two years' teaching experience
Has experience working with pupils with SEN, particularly SEMH needs
Demonstrates excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills
Has a strong understanding of trauma-informed and inclusive educational practices
Is committed to delivering personalised learning and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
Has experience supporting or contributing to SEND provision within a school setting
Has previous SENCO experience or involvement in SENCO responsibilities (desirable)Key Responsibilities

Lead teaching and learning across the provision
Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons for KS2 and KS3 pupils
Develop and monitor individual learning plans and educational targets
Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development
Work collaboratively with families, local authorities and external agencies
Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and curriculum planning
Assist with SEND coordination and provision planning where appropriateThis is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026 paying MP3 - MP6 + an SEN allowance.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SEMH Teacher/SEMH Lead Teacher who is passionate about supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs, please apply

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