Are you a passionate educator ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/or ASD.

Join our dedicated and supportive team at a specialist SEMH and ASD school, where every day is a chance to inspire, engage, and transform lives.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable General Cover Teacher to work across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering a broad and balanced curriculum to students with SEMH and/or ASD needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a school that prioritises student well-being, therapeutic support, and tailored education.

You will be covering lessons across a range of subjects with pre-prepared materials or your own lesson plans, depending on the school's needs. The role may include pastoral responsibilities and active participation in the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver engaging and accessible lessons across a range of subjects

* Adapt teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs and behavioural profiles

* Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment

* Collaborate with SENCOs, Teaching Assistants, and therapists to support individual EHCPs

* Manage classroom behaviour using trauma-informed and restorative approaches

* Monitor and report on student progress

About the School:

* A supportive, specialist school dedicated to SEMH and ASD students

* Small class sizes (typically 6-10 students per class)

* Excellent pastoral and behavioural support teams

* Focus on building trust, resilience, and lifelong learning skills

* On-site training and ongoing CPD opportunities in trauma-informed practice, de-escalation, and more

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

✅ QTS / QTLS (or relevant teaching qualification)
✅ Experience teaching or supporting students with SEMH, ASD or behavioural needs
✅ Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
✅ A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to teaching
✅ Ability to differentiate lessons to meet diverse needs
✅ A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable but not essential:

* Team Teach, MAPA, or similar behaviour training

* Experience working in a PRU, alternative provision, or specialist SEMH or ASD setting

* Subject specialism in English, Maths, Science, PE, or PSHE

What We Offer:

* Competitive daily rates and weekly pay

* Dedicated consultant support

* Opportunities for permanent contracts or long-term placements

* Access to tailored CPD and training

* The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day