Class Teacher

Class Teacher (SEMH/SEND) – Ages 13–18 Location: Westcliff-on-Sea Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 Contract: Permanent Start Date: January 2027 Teach Where Relationships Come First We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and resilient Class Teacher to join our specialist provision for students aged 13–18. Our School works closely with our children's homes to provide a consistent, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment where children feel safe, understood, and able to learn. This is a role for a Teacher who believes in the power of connection, who sees behaviour as communication, and who is committed to helping young people rebuild trust in education. Your Role * Delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the learning needs of the students * Creating a calm, structured, and emotionally safe classroom environment * Using trauma-informed strategies to support regulation, resilience, and positive relationships * Working closely with the children's home team to ensure consistency across home and school * Planning personalised learning pathways that build confidence and celebrate progress * Using assessment to inform teaching and track holistic development * Supporting students with social, emotional, and communication needs * Contributing to a multi-disciplinary approach that places the child at the centre What We're Looking For * A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) * Experience teaching secondary-aged students, ideally within SEMH/SEND settings * Strong subject knowledge, particularly Maths and Science * The ability to deliver engaging lessons * A relational, reflective, and child-centred approach * Confidence in adapting the curriculum to meet diverse needs * Strong behaviour support skills grounded in empathy and understanding * Excellent communication and teamwork, especially across care and education * A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children What We Offer * A supportive, trauma-informed team culture * Close collaboration with the residential team to ensure joined-up care * Small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio * Ongoing CPD, trauma-informed practice, and therapeutic approaches * A chance to make a profound difference in the lives of children who deserve stability, belief, and opportunity How to Apply Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and motivativation. JBRP1_UKTJ