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KS4 SEMH Teacher Jobs in Bristol, England, United Kingdom at five
Title: KS4 SEMH Teacher
Company: five
Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Job Details
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location: Bristol East, Bristol South
- Salary: Negotiable
- Start Date: Wed 3rd Jun 2026
- Contact Name: Blake Boyland
- Contact Email: [email protected]
- Contact Phone: 01174226167
Job Description
Secondary SEN Teacher – Specialist Provision (SEMH)
Location: South Bristol
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS)
The Role
We are seeking a committed and resilient Secondary SEN Teacher to join a specialist provision within a secondary school in South Bristol. This rewarding role involves teaching a small Key Stage 4 class of students with predominantly Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
You will play a vital role in supporting students who require a highly personalised approach to learning, helping them to re-engage with education, develop emotional regulation strategies, and achieve meaningful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver tailored, engaging lessons to a small KS4 class
Support pupils with SEMH needs through structure, consistency, and relationship-building
Adapt curriculum content to meet a range of learning and emotional needs
Implement strategies to support behaviour, wellbeing, and emotional regulation
Work collaboratively with support staff, SENCO, and external professionals
Monitor progress and contribute to Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and reviews
Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience working with SEN and/or SEMH pupils (secondary or specialist settings desirable)
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
A relational, patient, and trauma-informed approach
Ability to differentiate and personalise learning effectively
A commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
What the School Offers
A supportive and collaborative SEN team
Small class sizes with high staff-to-student ratios
Ongoing professional development in SEND and SEMH practice
A well-resourced specialist provision
Opportunities to make a real and lasting impact on young people’s lives
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher who wants to work in a specialist setting within a mainstream school, supporting students who need it most. You’ll be part of a nurturing, forward-thinking environment where relationships, wellbeing, and inclusion are at the heart of everything.
Essential Criteria
- Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30
- Right to work in the UK – we CANNOT accept sponsorship or a skilled worker visa
- Minimum two recent references, covering the last two years
- Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one*
- Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What can Five Education offer you?
- Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
- Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
- Recommending a friend bonus scheme
- Specialist support / mentoring while you are working
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Kate at 01174226167. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS. There will also be an interview.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
Contact Blake on 0117 422 6167 / [email protected]
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