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Secondary SEMH Teacher
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 168 - 232 / Day
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
SEMH Teacher - Specialist SEND School - Rochdale
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time
Location: Rochdale
Setting: SEMH Class within a Special Needs School
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
Tradewind Recruitment are currently working with a specialist SEND school in Rochdale to recruit a committed and resilient SEMH Teacher. This is a temporary supply role starting in November 2025 to cover a staff absence.
The school caters for pupils aged 11 to 19 with a range of special educational needs, including Autism (ASD), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will be teaching a Key Stage 3 class of students with SEMH and associated behavioural and communication needs.
The Role:
Teaching a Key Stage 3 SEMH class within a specialist SEND school
Full-time preferred (Monday to Friday, 8.30 am - 3.30 pm), but part-time considered for a minimum of 3 days per week
Planning and delivering individualised, engaging lessons
Working alongside experienced teaching assistants and specialist support staff
Supporting pupils' emotional regulation, social development, and academic progressThe Ideal Candidate Will:
Hold QTS or QTLS and have recent experience teaching students with SEMH or similar needs
Be passionate about inclusive education and able to build strong, trusting relationships
Demonstrate effective behaviour management using trauma-informed or relational approaches
Show emotional resilience, patience and adaptability
Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals
Confidently lead a classroom team and support teaching assistantsThe School:
Rated 'Good' by Ofsted (2022)
Well-established special school for pupils aged 11-19
Offers a range of specialist classes by age and need, including SEMH, ASD, SLD, and PMLD
Excellent facilities and resources tailored to SEND learners
Strong focus on life skills, community involvement, and preparing students for adulthoodTo join us and be successful in this SEMH Teacher role, you will need to:
Hold QTS or QTLS
Have experience teaching or supporting students aged 11-16 with SEMH and/or SEND
Provide a CV with full employment and education history, explaining any gaps
Have an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Have the legal right to work in the UKWhy work with Tradewind?
Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent
Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses via The National College
Full interview preparation and ongoing professional development
Help with lesson planning and curriculum resources
Simple online portal for timesheets and availability
Local, onsite payroll - no third-party providers
Holiday pay options available
Free social and networking events for our staffInterested?
To apply or find out more about this SEMH Teacher role, contact the Manchester office:
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