Job Description
SEMH Class Teacher - Secondary (Alternative Provision)
Location: Northampton
Contract: Full-time / Long-term (via Tradewind Recruitment)
Start Date: ASAP
Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a committed, resilient, and passionate SEMH Class Teacher to work with secondary-aged students in specialist alternative provision settings across Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is driven to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who face social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging, differentiated lessons to small class groups, supporting students who may have experienced trauma, exclusion, or disrupted education. You will play a key role in helping learners re-engage with education, develop emotional regulation, and build the skills needed for both academic progress and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver creative, structured lessons aligned with the secondary curriculum
Create a calm, safe, and supportive classroom environment
Implement effective behaviour management strategies tailored to SEMH needs
Build strong, positive relationships with students based on trust and consistency
Work collaboratively with support staff, SENCOs, therapists, and external agencies
Track progress and contribute to EHCP targets and individual support plans
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience working with SEMH, SEND, alternative provision, or challenging behaviour
Strong behaviour management skills and emotional resilience
A trauma-informed, nurturing approach to teaching and learning
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A genuine commitment to inclusion and safeguarding
Why Work Through Tradewind Recruitment?
Competitive daily rates and weekly pay
Access to free CPD, including behaviour management and SEMH training
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and relevant background screening.
If you are an empathetic and motivated teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in an alternative education setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to take the next step in your teaching career