SEMH English Teacher - Independent Specialist School

Salary: MPS/UPS - Paid to scale, dependent on experience
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Stockport
Start Date: December 2026 (January 2027 considered for the right candidate)

Are you a passionate and dedicated English Teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people? We are working with an independent co-educational specialist school in Stockport to recruit an SEMH English Teacher to join their team on a permanent basis.

The school supports pupils aged 11-16 with Autism and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, providing a nurturing and supportive environment where young people can develop academically, socially and emotionally.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic English Teacher who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and barriers to learning. You will have the opportunity to deliver engaging English lessons, build positive relationships and help pupils develop the confidence and skills they need to achieve their potential.

As the school''s SEMH English Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated English lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Plan, prepare and assess lessons to meet the individual needs and abilities of pupils.

• Teach a broad range of English topics, including reading, writing, spelling, grammar and communication skills.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement, confidence and academic progress.

• Adapt teaching strategies to support pupils with Autism, SEMH difficulties and additional learning needs.

• Create a positive, structured and inclusive classroom environment where pupils feel safe and supported.

• Work collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team.

• Support pupils'' wider development, independence and preparation for adulthood.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching English at secondary level.

• A passion for supporting young people with additional needs and barriers to learning.

• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging, accessible English lessons.

• Excellent classroom management and relationship-building skills.

• A patient, resilient and flexible approach to teaching.

• The ability to differentiate lessons to meet a range of individual learning needs.

• Previous experience within an SEMH, SEND, Autism or alternative provision setting is desirable but not essential.

• Permanent teaching opportunity within an independent specialist school in Stockport.

• December 2026 start, with January 2027 considered for the right candidate.

• Salary paid in line with the Teachers'' Pay Scale, dependent on experience.

• Supportive and nurturing learning environment.

• Opportunity to provide personalised support and make a genuine difference to pupils'' lives.

• A dedicated leadership team committed to supporting staff and pupil development.

• The opportunity to develop your career within a specialist education setting.

The school is looking to interview suitable candidates over the coming weeks, with the successful applicant ideally starting in December 2026, although January 2027 may be considered for the right person.

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks and, where applicable, Overseas Police Clearances in line with safeguarding requirements.

• Your CV should cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, with any employment breaks explained.

• You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

• You must be willing to attend an interview and complete the school''s safer recruitment process.

If you''re an enthusiastic English Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity and want to make a real impact supporting young people with Autism and SEMH needs, we''d love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for interview.