English Teacher – SEMH Provision – Darwen We are seeking a committed and compassionate English Teacher to join a specialist school in Darwen, supporting pupils aged 10–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people who require a tailored and nurturing educational approach. Location: Darwen Start Date: ASAP or September 2025 Contract Type: Full-time, permanent or long-term Salary: M1 £31,650 – UPS2 £47,338, dependent on skills and experience Key Responsibilities: Deliver the English curriculum in line with the school’s schemes of work Plan and teach engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners Work collaboratively with the Head Teacher and leadership team to uphold the school’s vision and values Support pupils’ academic progress and personal development, including their mental, emotional, social, and physical well-being Monitor, assess, and improve teaching and learning outcomes, setting high expectations for progress Identify and address areas of underachievement with appropriate strategies and interventions Contribute to the recruitment, induction, and development of teaching and support staff Build strong working relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies to support pupil success What We’re Looking For: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience or a strong interest in working with students with SEMH needs A resilient, empathetic, and adaptable teaching style Strong classroom management and communication skills Commitment to inclusive education and continuous professional development If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and Keira will be intouch within 48hours to discuss next steps. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.