SEMH Teacher

Posted 44 minutes 42 seconds ago by Compass Community

£45,350 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Teaching Jobs
Leicestershire, Loughborough, United Kingdom, LE111
Job Description
About the Role Application Deadline: 05/06/26 Interview Date: W/C 08/06/26
Compass Community School Mountfields Park is a specialist independent school supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils also have additional SEND needs, including Autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
We are seeking a passionate, flexible, and resilient teacher who believes in putting children first. At Mountfields Park, we are teachers of children before subjects, building positive relationships and creating safe, engaging learning environments where every pupil can succeed.
The successful candidate will teach their specialist subject alongside a second subject area and support pupils using a trauma-informed approach. Our curriculum includes GCSEs, Functional Skills, BTECs, and The King s Trust Achieve Programme, helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering engaging and creative lessons up to GCSE or vocational levelSupporting pupils with SEMH and additional needsBuilding positive relationships with students, families, and colleaguesAdapting learning to meet individual needs while maintaining high expectationsContributing to extracurricular opportunities and wider school life We welcome applications from a range of subject specialisms, particularly those with experience or interest in Art, PE, or Health & Social Care. However, personal qualities, values, and commitment to supporting young people are the most important factors.
The Right Person You will have:
QTS or PGCEStrong teaching and behaviour management skillsExperience supporting pupils with SEMH or additional needsExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsA flexible, resilient, and child-centred approach Benefits Competitive salaryStaff laptop and mobile phoneTraining and professional development opportunitiesSmall class sizes with specialist TA supportFlexible pension and wellbeing supportCareer progression opportunities within a growing organisation Safeguarding Compass Community Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check. Compass is proud to be an equal opportunities employer that values diversity and inclusion.