English Teacher - SEMH

Job description

English Teacher - SEMH

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Wythenshawe

Working Hours: 8:15am–4:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Job description

A nurturing and well-established SEMH school in Wythenshawe is looking for a Qualified English Teacher to join their close-knit team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher who is confident working with SEMH pupils and challenging behaviours. The school supports students with a range of additional needs and provides a structured, supportive environment focused on both academic progress and personal development.

The school has very small class sizes of around 5 students, with 2 Teaching Assistants and a HLTA also supporting within the classroom, providing a high level of individual support.

About the role

• Deliver engaging and accessible English lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils with SEMH and additional needs
• Adapt lessons to meet individual learning needs and abilities
• Confidently manage and respond to challenging behaviours using positive behaviour strategies
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and create a calm, consistent classroom environment
• Integrate EHCP targets into teaching and support students' academic and personal development
• Develop students' literacy skills, including reading, writing, communication and comprehension
• Assess and track progress across academic, social-emotional and independence skills
• Work closely with TAs, HLTAs and the wider school team to support individual pupils
• Support students to develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning

Who we're looking for

• QTS or QTLS – ECTs will be considered, although an experienced teacher is preferred
• Previous experience working with SEMH pupils is highly desirable
• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and confidence in managing behaviours that may present within an SEMH setting
• Experience working within a SEND, SEMH, alternative provision or similar environment
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet a range of individual needs
• Resilient, patient and empathetic approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Recognised degree in any subject

If you're an experienced English Teacher looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to pupils with SEMH needs, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and well-resourced school.

Please apply or email D.jones@linqrecruitment.co.uk or call for more details.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wythenshawe

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English