Thrive Teacher – SEMH & Trauma-Informed Provision
Dorking, Surrey
Location: Dorking, Surrey
Pay: £169 – £230 per day
Type: Temporary (Possible Permanent)
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Elementa is recruiting for a Thrive Teacher to work within a specialist SEND and SEMH provision in Dorking, Surrey.
This role involves supporting secondary-aged students who have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences and significant barriers to learning. Many students have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) relating to SEMH needs and may present with challenging behaviour.
The successful candidate will use a therapeutic, nurturing and trauma-informed approach to help students develop emotional resilience, improve engagement with learning and build positive relationships. The school follows a holistic approach focused on emotional wellbeing, personal development and preparing young people for life beyond education.
The Role
As a Thrive Teacher, your role will include:
Delivering targeted Thrive-based interventions and personalised learning support
Teaching and supporting students on a 1:1, 2:1 or small group basis
Promoting emotional regulation, resilience and social development
Supporting students with reintegration into learning and wider school life
Working collaboratively with pastoral teams, therapists and external professionals
Using positive behaviour strategies and restorative approaches
Monitoring, recording and reporting on student progress and wellbeing
Maintaining strong safeguarding practices and professional boundaries
The ideal candidate will have a calm, resilient and nurturing approach, with the ability to build strong relationships whilst maintaining clear expectations and boundaries.
Essential Experience & Skills
Experience working within SEND, SEMH or alternative provision settings
Understanding of trauma-informed and attachment-aware practice
Experience supporting children with challenging behaviour
Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and educational processes
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Thrive Practitioner training or experience would be highly advantageous
QTS/QTLS or relevant teaching experience desirable
A DBS on the Update Service would be preferable to support a quicker start date, due to potential delays with new applications.
Additional Benefits
Weekly pay with no monthly payroll delays
PAYE contract with full employment protections
Access to free or heavily discounted training including:
Safeguarding
Team Teach
Thrive
SEND
Behaviour Management
Makaton
Dedicated consultant and regular welfare support
Fair pay policy
Additional support services including legal, accountancy and tax support
Contract & Recruitment Information
Elementa is the recruiting partner for this position. Applicants being considered for the role following pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process with Elementa. This includes full vetting and background checks, as well as an Enhanced DBS Disclosure application (which may be chargeable at £53.20) unless you already hold a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the Update Service.
If you have the relevant skills, experience and passion for supporting young people with SEMH and SEND needs through a Thrive-based approach, we would welcome your application. Please apply with your most up-to-date CV.
Elementa Candidate Commitment
Weekly pay – paid one week in lieu
PAYE contracts as standard
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Dedicated candidate manager and welfare support
Fair pay policy
Access to additional support services including legal and financial guidance
For more information, click apply now below or contact Elementa directly via phone or email. All applicants will receive a prompt response