Job Description

Role: SEMH Teacher
Location: M5, Salford
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time Long-Term Full Academic Year
Pay: 140 - 200 per day (PAYE or Umbrella) Dependent on Experience

The Role:

A specialist SEMH provision in M5, Salford is seeking a passionate, resilient, and dedicated SEMH Teacher to join their team from September on a full-time, long-term basis for the entire academic year.

This SEMH Teacher opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives on building positive relationships and believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the barriers they face. As an SEMH Teacher, you will teach pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, many of whom have experienced disrupted education, trauma, or additional SEND needs.

The successful SEMH Teacher will create a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where pupils can develop academically, emotionally, and socially whilst receiving the consistent support they need to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging lessons as an SEMH Teacher across a broad and accessible curriculum
• Build positive, trusting relationships that encourage pupil engagement and progress
• Differentiate learning to meet a wide range of individual needs and learning styles
• Support pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD, behavioural needs and additional SEND
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies to support pupils effectively
• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, pastoral teams and external professionals
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt teaching to maximise learning outcomes
• Create a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom where every pupil can thrive

SEMH Teacher Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Previous experience working as an SEMH Teacher, SEND Teacher or within an Alternative Provision is highly desirable
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent understanding of SEMH, trauma-informed practice and differentiated teaching
• Patient, resilient, and compassionate approach
• Ability to inspire, motivate and build excellent relationships with young people
• Genuine passion for helping pupils overcome barriers to education and reach their potential

Why Apply?

• Full-time, long-term SEMH Teacher opportunity for the full academic year
• Competitive daily pay of 140 - 200 (PAYE or Umbrella), dependent on experience
• September start within a supportive specialist setting
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of pupils with SEMH needs
• Welcoming leadership team and collaborative staff
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

If you are an experienced SEMH Teacher looking for a rewarding long-term role in M5, Salford, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your next SEMH Teacher opportunity with Reeson Education.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%