Job Description

Job Title: SEMH English Teacher
Location: Chesterfield
Salary Range: £150 - £200 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: Immediate
Contract: Full Time

Are you passionate about teaching English while making a real impact on students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you thrive in an environment where you can engage, inspire, and support young learners who need it the most? If so, this SEMH English Teacher role in Chesterfield is the perfect opportunity for you!

Responsibilities of the SEMH English Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging and accessible English lessons to students with SEMH needs.
• Create a nurturing and structured learning environment that supports both academic and emotional development.
• Use differentiated teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Implement behaviour management techniques to support students effectively.
• Work closely with SENCOs, support staff, and external professionals to provide personalised learning experiences.
• Encourage students to build confidence, resilience, and a love for learning.
• Travel between school sites if required (driver essential).

Requirements of the SEMH English Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching English at the secondary level (SEMH experience desirable).
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to teaching.
• A valid driver s license and access to a vehicle (essential).
• A commitment to safeguarding and student well-being.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate SEMH English Teacher ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Chesterfield!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEMH English Teacher role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.