Job Description

SEMH Class Teacher (Unqualified or QTS)

Location: Barnoldswick (Commutable from Colne, Nelson, Earby, and Skipton)

School Type: Specialised SEMH Provision

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

The Role: Lead, Inspire, and Transform

Are you a teacher who believes that "behavior is communication"? We are looking for a resilient and creative SEMH Teacher to lead a small class of students in Barnoldswick.

Whether you are a fully qualified teacher (QTS) or an experienced Instructor/Unqualified Teacher with a background in specialised settings, your ability to connect with "hard-to-reach" learners is what matters most. In this environment, your success is measured by the breakthroughs in confidence and emotional regulation your students achieve.

A Day in the Life of an SEMH Teacher

  • 08:30 - Staff Briefing: A quick huddle with the SLT and your TAs. You'll discuss any "triggers" from the previous evening or transport issues affecting a student's mood as they arrive.

  • 08:45 - The Meet & Greet: You are at the door. This is the most crucial part of the day reading body language and "checking in" with every student to gauge their emotional state.

  • 09:15 - Nurture Breakfast & Literacy: We start with food and conversation. You'll lead a low-pressure literacy session while your TAs support those who need a slower start.

  • 10:30 - De-escalation & Pivot: A student becomes overwhelmed. You remain calm, allowing your TA to use a "withdrawal" space while you keep the rest of the class focused.

  • 11:00 - Creative Curriculum: You deliver a hands-on Science or Topic lesson. Today, it's a practical experiment using engagement to bypass the "fear of failure."

  • 12:30 - Restorative Lunch: You might eat with the pupils or supervise a club. This is where real bonds are built over a game of football or a chat about music.

  • 14:00 - Personal Development: You lead a session on social skills, helping students understand their own "zones of regulation."

  • 15:00 - Student Departure & Debrief: Once the taxis have left, the team sits down. You'll log incidents, celebrate "small wins," and prep for a fresh start tomorrow.

Who We Are Looking For

  • You must be unflappable, empathetic, and able to start every day with a "fresh start" policy.

  • Proven experience teaching or leading groups of children with SEMH & ASC.

  • We welcome applications from QTS, QTLS, or Unqualified Teachers with significant experience in PRUs or residential care.

Why Join Our Team in West Craven?

Located in the heart of Barnoldswick, our school is easily accessible for those living in Colne, Nelson, Earby, and Skipton. We serve a diverse group of learners from across the Pendle and Ribble Valley areas.

Benefits include:

  • Small class sizes (typically 5-8 pupils).

  • Double TA Support: A minimum of two experienced Teaching Assistants in every room.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference where it's needed most?

Apply Now: Send your CV to rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com or call 07423186662 for a confidential chat (or click apply).

The successful candidate will be required to provide an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.