Job Details
SEMH English Teacher
Job Title: SEMH English Teacher
Area: Chorley, Lancashire
Start Date: Monday 23rd March 2026 or ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: UPS3 + SEN + TLR (higher rate available with QTS)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
About The Role
Are you an inspiring and dedicated English educator looking to make a lasting difference?
A specialist SEMH provision in Chorley supporting learners of all ages who face social, emotional, and mental health challenges. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and structured environment where every student can build confidence, resilience, and re-engage with learning.
As part of their team, you'll work with enthusiastic learners who benefit from creative, flexible and relationship focused teaching. Your role will be to help them access the English curriculum, develop literacy and communication skills, and celebrate progress at every step of their learning journey.
We Are Looking For a SEMH English Teacher Who
* Deliver engaging English lessons tailored to meet individual learning needs and SEMH priorities.
* Teach English across a range of abilities, adapting delivery to suit learners' needs and support literacy development.
* Delivers engaging, well-structured lessons that meet SEMH needs
* Works effectively without constant direction and uses initiative
* Builds strong, trusting relationships with students
* Understands behaviour as communication and responds with consistency and empathy
What We're Looking For
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Strong understanding of SEMH, SEND, and positive behaviour strategies
* Ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
* Highly organised, adaptable, and proactive approach to teaching and pastoral care
* Passion for helping pupils overcome barriers and achieve their full potential
To Be Eligible You Must
* Hold the Right to Work in the UK
* Have an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service (or be willing to apply)
* Be able to provide two professional child-related references
Please submit your up-to-date CV to be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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