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SEMH KS3/4 Teacher
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 32,916 - 45,350 / Annum
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Are you a passionate educator ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/or ASD.
Join our dedicated and supportive team at a specialist SEMH and ASD school, where every day is a chance to inspire, engage, and transform lives.
About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable General Cover Teacher to work across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a broad and balanced curriculum to students with SEMH and/or ASD needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school that prioritises student well-being, therapeutic support, and tailored education.
You will be covering lessons across a range of subjects with pre-prepared materials or your own lesson plans, depending on the school’s needs. The role may include pastoral responsibilities and active participation in the wider school community.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver engaging and accessible lessons across a range of subjects
* Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs and behavioural profiles
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
* Collaborate with SENCOs, Teaching Assistants, and therapists to support individual EHCPs
* Manage classroom behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches
* Monitor and report on student progress
About the School:
* A supportive, specialist school dedicated to SEMH and ASD students
* Small class sizes (typically 6–10 students per class)
* Excellent pastoral and behavioural support teams
* Focus on building trust, resilience, and lifelong learning skills
* On-site training and ongoing CPD opportunities in trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, and more
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
✅ QTS / QTLS (or relevant teaching qualification)
✅ Experience teaching or supporting students with SEMH, ASD or behavioural needs
✅ Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
✅ A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to teaching
✅ Ability to differentiate lessons to meet diverse needs
✅ A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Desirable but not essential:
* Team Teach, MAPA, or similar behaviour training
* Experience working in a PRU, alternative provision, or specialist SEMH or ASD setting
* Subject specialism in English, Maths, Science, PE, or PSHE
What We Offer:
* Competitive daily rates and weekly pay
* Dedicated consultant support
* Opportunities for permanent contracts or long-term placements
* Access to tailored CPD and training
* The chance to make a meaningful difference every single dayBefore You Apply
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