SEND/SEMH Teacher

Secondary Teacher - Alternative Provision (Behaviour / SEND)

Location: Wirral & Liverpool
Contract Type: Full-Time
Salary: £30,900 - £41,200 per annum (dependent on experience)

Make a Lasting Difference in Alternative Education

We are proud to be working in partnership with a respected Trust of specialist schools across the Wirral and Liverpool, recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Secondary Teacher to join their Alternative Provision settings on a full-time basis.

These specialist provisions support young people with a range of additional needs, including Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many students have faced barriers to learning within mainstream education and benefit from a structured, nurturing, and inclusive environment that enables them to re-engage with education and achieve positive outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator who is confident in behaviour management, skilled at building strong relationships, and committed to helping vulnerable young people reach their full potential.

About the Role

As a Secondary Teacher within Alternative Provision, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, helping them overcome challenges and develop the confidence needed to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons to small groups of secondary-aged learners
• Support pupils in re-engaging with education through personalised and inclusive teaching approaches
• Manage behaviour effectively using clear expectations, consistency, and restorative practices
• Build positive and trusting relationships that promote attendance, engagement, and emotional wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral teams, senior leaders, and external professionals
• Contribute to a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment
• Travel between Trust sites across Wirral and Liverpool when required

About You

We are seeking an adaptable and compassionate professional who is committed to improving outcomes for young people facing additional challenges.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils displaying challenging behaviour
• Previous experience within Alternative Provision, SEN, SEMH, or similar specialist settings
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A calm, resilient, and proactive approach
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites where required

Why Join This Trust?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking and supportive Trust that places inclusion, collaboration, and pupil success at the heart of everything it does.

Benefits include:

• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact on young people's lives
• Supportive leadership and experienced multidisciplinary teams
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Collaborative working environments focused on best practice and positive outcomes
• The chance to work within specialist provisions that truly value the role of education in transforming lives

Apply Today

If you are an experienced and dedicated teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity within Alternative Provision, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your application today and take the next step in your teaching career with a Trust that is committed to supporting both its pupils and staff.

Important Information

All applicants must hold, or be willing to undertake, the appropriate qualifications and training required for this role.

All quoted pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is initially offered on a temporary basis, although opportunities for permanent employment may become available.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and compliance checks in line with the Department for Education's statutory guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education . This may include an online search as part of the shortlisting process.

We provide all registered candidates with free Child Protection and Prevent Duty training. Applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full support throughout the compliance process is available.