North West/ temporary / £150 - 210 per day
Are you an experienced and adaptable teacher with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have the creativity and confidence to deliver a broad, primary-style curriculum in a secondary specialist setting?
TeacherActive is working in partnership with a well-established alternative provision based in Platt Bridge, Wigan. This nurturing and inclusive school supports students aged 11–16 with SEMH needs, offering a highly personalised approach that focuses on emotional wellbeing, positive relationships, and re-engagement with learning.
We are seeking a flexible, enthusiastic Cross-Curricular Teacher to deliver a primary-style curriculum across a range of subjects including English, Maths, PSHE, and Topic-based learning. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team that is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people who face significant barriers to education.
The role will involve:
Delivering a cross-curricular, primary-style curriculum to small groups of KS3 and KS4 pupils
Creating a safe and engaging classroom environment that supports SEMH learners
Differentiating teaching to meet a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and academic needs
Building strong, trusting relationships with students to promote engagement and self-esteem
Working closely with support staff, parents/carers, and external agencies
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience teaching across multiple subjects at a primary or lower-secondary level
Proven ability to support pupils with SEMH needs and manage challenging behaviour
A trauma-informed, patient, and consistent approach to classroom practice
A commitment to inclusive education and whole-child development
This is a highly rewarding opportunity for a teacher who wants to make a tangible difference in a specialist setting where every small step forward is a big achievement.
Why work with TeacherActive?
A dedicated consultant who understands the specialist education sector
Opportunities for professional development and CPD
Competitive pay rates with access to guaranteed pay schemes
Long-term placements with the potential for permanent roles
How to apply:
If you're ready to take on a meaningful role in a setting where you can truly impact lives, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to zoe.walker@teacheractive.com or call us on 0151 675 0888 for further details.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.
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