Job description
SEMH Teacher
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Start Date: April 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract: Full-Time ( or Part-Time (
GSL Education is looking for a dedicated SEMH Teacher with a specialism in English to GCSE to join a supportive school in Selby from Easter 2026. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in a small, supportive setting where individual student progress is the priority.
About the School:
The school provides tailored education for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. They offer small class sizes of up to 4 students, creating a safe, inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
Role Details:
* Start Date: Easter 2026
* Subject: English (up to GCSE level)
* Class Sizes: Up to 4 students per group
* Specialist Requirement: Experience teaching SEMH students
As an SEMH Teacher, you will:
* Deliver engaging, personalised English lessons for SEMH students
* Support students in achieving their full potential in GCSE English
* Create a calm, structured, and nurturing classroom environment
* Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to students and staff
As the Ideal SEMH Teacher, you should have:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with experience teaching English to GCSE.
* Proven experience supporting SEMH students in a classroom setting.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and behaviour management skills.
* Patience, be adaptable, and committed to student wellbeing and success.
To apply for the position of SEMH Teacher in Selby, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education as soon as possible, and submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, verification of qualifications and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.