Change Lives Through Education – Become an SEMH/SEN Primary/Secondary Teacher in Suffolk
Are you a resilient, compassionate, and inspiring educator? We’re seeking dedicated Teachers to work within SEMH and SEN specialist settings across Suffolk, supporting young people who need a tailored, nurturing approach to learning.
What You’ll Do
Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that meet the complex needs of students with SEMH/SEN profiles.
Build trusting relationships that help students re-engage with learning and develop positive attitudes.
Use trauma‑informed, restorative, and child‑centred approaches to promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
Work closely with therapists, pastoral teams, and parents to ensure holistic support.
Track progress and celebrate achievement, however small, to build confidence and self‑esteem.
What We’re Looking For
QTS or ECT status
Experience within SEMH/SEN settings is beneficial, but a strong passion for inclusive education is essential
Excellent behaviour‑support strategies and emotional resilience
Adaptability, creativity, and a calm, consistent approach
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
What You’ll Get
Competitive daily rates
Flexible working opportunities
Specialist CPD including trauma‑informed practice and de‑escalation techniques
Support from a dedicated consultant experienced in SEND recruitment
Opportunities across alternative provisions, specialist schools, and nurture‑based settings
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.
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