SEMH Teacher – South Shields

If you’re the kind of teacher who can see potential even on the toughest days, this SEMH teaching role in South Shields could be a brilliant fit.

You’ll be joining a specialist setting where relationships come first and every small win truly matters. The school is looking for an experienced teacher who brings calm authority, flexibility, and an unwavering belief in young people.

Your role will include:
• Planning engaging, accessible lessons for pupils with SEMH needs
• Building trust and strong relationships
• Using restorative approaches and trauma-informed strategies
• Leading a small class with high levels of support
• Working closely with pastoral staff, therapists, and TAs

We’re looking for someone who:
• Has QTS and experience with SEMH or alternative provision
• Is confident in de-escalation and behaviour strategies
• Can personalise learning for a wide range of needs
• Has a warm, steady presence that pupils can rely on

What you get with Protocol Education:
• Weekly PAYE pay (£120–£220 per day)
• Free CPD including trauma-informed practice
• A consultant who actually listens
• Long-term roles in supportive SEMH settings

If you want a role that feels purposeful every single day, let’s chat.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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