Job description SEMH English Teacher needed in Whitchurch (fixed term)
Inspire. Support. Transform.

Are you an experienced and passionate English teacher looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs?
A bespoke and specialist independent school in North Shropshire is seeking a full-time SEMH English Teacher to join their growing, supportive team. This unique setting caters to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, including those with attachment disorders, and those who have experienced abuse, neglect, or other complex challenges.

About the School:
* A small, nurturing environment with class sizes of up to 6 students
* A team-focused, therapeutic approach to education
* A growing provision offering a highly personalised curriculum
* Teaching across a range of abilities from pre-GCSE to GCSE-level English

The Role:
This is a full-time teaching position, with the potential to become temp-to-perm for the right candidate. You will be expected to plan and deliver engaging English lessons tailored to meet the needs of students with varying ability levels and complex emotional backgrounds.

What We're Looking For:
✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or a full degree in English (or equivalent)
✔️ A minimum of 10 years UK teaching experience will be considered in lieu of formal QTS
✔️ Demonstrated experience working with SEMH students
✔️ Flexibility to teach across Primary and Secondary age ranges
✔️ A collaborative, team-oriented mindset - strong interpersonal skills are essential
✔️ Commitment to nurturing student development, both academically and emotionally

What You'll Gain:
* The chance to be part of a passionate, purpose-driven team
* Opportunities for professional growth and progression
* A meaningful role where your work truly changes lives

If you're resilient, creative, and ready to support young people in overcoming barriers to learning, we'd love to hear from you.
📩 Apply Now to be part of something special in North Shropshire.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.