Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking an SEN Teacher of PSHE for a specialist SEMH provision

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist secondary setting supporting young people aged 11-18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is well-established within the local community and provides a supportive, nurturing environment for a relatively small cohort of pupils across Key Stages 3 to 5.

The setting is driven by a strong ethos centred on improving outcomes and life chances for young people. Staff are committed to developing positive behaviours, emotional resilience and key personal qualities through a structured and values-led approach.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed SEN Teacher of PSHE to lead and deliver a high-quality Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) education curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4.

This includes:

• Relationships and Sex Education (RSE)
• Health Education
• Careers education
• Preparation for adulthood
• Wider Personal Development

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering an engaging, sequenced curriculum that meets the needs of learners with SEMH. Lessons should be practical, relevant and focused on developing life skills such as emotional literacy, healthy relationships, personal safety, financial awareness and citizenship.

This role would suit:

• A Secondary-trained PSHE specialist
• A teacher with experience in Personal Development, RSE or Citizenship
• A teacher with strong pastoral experience and a passion for holistic education

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a calm, relational and trauma-informed practitioner who:

• Has experience working with SEMH pupils or similar needs
• Is confident managing behaviour and supporting emotional regulation
• Can use de-escalation strategies effectively
• Has knowledge of approaches such as nurture principles, emotion coaching or Zones of Regulation (desirable)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a progressive PSHE curriculum tailored to learner needs
• Ensure statutory coverage of RSE and Health Education
• Embed safeguarding, online safety and risk awareness throughout teaching
• Encourage pupil voice, reflection and personal development
• Work collaboratively with pastoral teams and external professionals
• Contribute to the wider Personal Development offer across the school

About the School

This is a supportive and collaborative school environment with a strong focus on relationships and individual progress. The successful candidate will join a dedicated staff team committed to making a measurable difference to young people's outcomes.

If you are passionate about supporting students with additional needs and want to make a meaningful impact, Tradewind Recruitment would love to hear from you.