Job Description

The Role

Are you a resilient, empathetic educator who believes that behaviour is communication? We are seeking a specialist SEMH Teacher to join our Blackpool-based Alternative Provision.

In this role, you will lead a small class of students who have faced barriers to learning in mainstream settings. Your primary focus will be on creating a safe, trauma-informed environment where Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs are met alongside academic progress. We value "connection before correction" and are looking for a teacher who can remain calm and consistent in high-pressure situations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Tailored Delivery: Adapt the curriculum to meet the unique sensory and emotional needs of students with SEMH, ASD, and complex trauma.

  • Co-Regulation: Work alongside a dedicated team of support assistants to manage emotional regulation and de-escalation.

  • Relationship-First Teaching: Build deep rapport with students to foster a sense of belonging and safety.

  • EHCP Progress: Track and evidence small-step progress, ensuring Education, Health, and Care Plan outcomes are at the heart of your planning.

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS): Preferred, but we will consider highly experienced SEMH Leads/Instructors with a proven track record.

  • SEMH Expertise: Deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment theory.

  • Local Commitment: A desire to make a long-term impact on the lives of young people within the Blackpool community.

  • Resilience: An unflappable nature and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners.

What We Offer

  • Small Class Sizes: Typically 6-8 students with high staff-to-pupil ratios.

  • Professional Development: Full access to specialist SEMH and SEND training.

  • Leadership Pathway: For ambitious candidates, we offer a pathway to Senior Leadership, including fully funded NPQH qualifications.

  • Wellbeing Focus: A supportive staff culture that understands the demands of AP work and priorities your mental health.

How to Apply

If you are ready to swap the traditional classroom for a setting where you can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Apply via Google Jobs or send your CV directly to rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check.