ENGLISH TEACHER - SEMH

English Teacher - SEMH School | New Forest

Full-Time | Ongoing Temporary Position
Pay: From -150 per day
Start Date: September 2026

Prospero Teaching is proud to be working with a supportive and specialist SEMH school in the New Forest, seeking a committed and enthusiastic English Teacher to join their team on a full-time, ongoing basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school offers a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where staff are dedicated to helping students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential both in and out of the classroom.

The Role

As an English Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and inclusive English lessons up to GCSE level
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet a variety of SEMH and additional learning needs
• Foster a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Use effective behaviour management strategies and relationship-based practice
• Support students in developing resilience, emotional regulation, and self-confidence
• Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, support staff, and senior leadership
• Contribute to a positive school culture focused on wellbeing and student success

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Experience teaching English up to GCSE level
• Previous SEMH or SEN experience (desirable but not essential)
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students
• A patient, calm, and empathetic approach
• Excellent resilience, flexibility, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

Position Details

• Location: New Forest
• Subject: English (GCSE)
• Start Date: Immediate
• Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (Ongoing)
• Pay Rate: From -150 per day

Why Work with Prospero Teaching?

• Access to accredited CPD programmes, including SEMH, behaviour management, and trauma-informed practice
• Ongoing support from our specialist Training & Development Team
• Dedicated guidance from an experienced local consultant
• Opportunities to develop your career within specialist and alternative education settings

If you''re available to start immediately and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your updated CV.