SEMH Teacher

Secondary SEMH Teacher

Chelmsford, Essex | Permanent | January 2027 or sooner

We are recruiting for a Secondary Teacher to join a specialist SEMH setting in Chelmsford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who enjoys working with young people who need a different approach to mainstream education. The school provides a supportive, nurturing environment with smaller class sizes, allowing teachers to build strong relationships with pupils and make a genuine impact.

The role:

Teaching pupils across KS3 and KS4

Open to teachers from a range of secondary subject backgrounds, particularly core subjects

Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs

Creating engaging lessons that help pupils rebuild confidence in education

Working closely with support and pastoral staff

Permanent position starting January 2027, or sooner for the right teacher

We are looking for someone who:

Has secondary teaching experience

Is confident managing behaviour positively and consistently

Can build strong relationships with pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education

Is patient, resilient and adaptable

Has SEND/SEMH experience, or a genuine interest in moving into a specialist setting

You do not need to have spent your whole career in SEND. If you are a strong secondary teacher who wants a role where you can really get to know your pupils and see the difference you are making, we would love to hear from you.

Interested? Apply today for a confidential conversation and further details

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