SEMH Teacher – Specialist SEMH School, West Drayton (Ages 11–19)
About the Role
A specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) school in West Drayton is seeking a compassionate, resilient, and skilled Teacher to join its dedicated team. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives on making a meaningful difference to the lives of young people with additional behavioural, emotional, and social needs.
Our students have often faced permanent exclusion from mainstream schools and may experience difficulties with emotional regulation, social interaction, and mental well-being. These challenges can arise from a variety of experiences, including trauma, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, attachment disorders, or other neurodivergent profiles.
What SEMH Means in Practice
Children with SEMH needs may struggle with:
Emotional regulation (e.g., sudden anger, sadness, or withdrawal)
Building and maintaining relationships
Trusting adults and peers
Coping with structure or academic pressure
Communicating their needs effectively
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to the needs of pupils with SEMH profiles
Build positive, trusting relationships that support student wellbeing and progress
Implement personalised behaviour strategies consistently and empathetically
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including behaviour specialists and therapists
Monitor and report on academic, social, and emotional progress
Contribute to individual support plans and review meetings
Promote an inclusive, nurturing environment where every student feels valued and supported
About You
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant teaching qualification
Experience working with SEMH pupils or within specialist provision is desirable but not essential
Strong behaviour management skills grounded in empathy, consistency, and trauma-informed practice
Ability to differentiate effectively and adapt to diverse learning needs
Reflective, patient, and resilient approach with a commitment to safeguarding
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
What the School Offers
A caring, supportive, and highly skilled staff team
Small class sizes with additional support staff
Ongoing CPD, including SEMH and trauma-informed training
A therapeutic, child-centred approach to education
Opportunities for career development within specialist education
Equal Opportunities
TLTP Group is an Equal Opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, colour, gender (birth or reassigned), sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief, marital status, ethnic or national origin, health, pregnancy, childcare responsibilities, or criminal records. Candidates from all backgrounds are actively encouraged to apply.
Additional Benefits
Don’t forget TLTP’s Refer and Earn scheme – for every person you recommend who is successfully placed, you can receive a referral bonus