SEN/SEMH Teacher

Specialist SEN & SEMH Teachers – Full-Time (Temp to Perm Opportunities)

Location: Wirral
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Temporary with potential for permanent positions
Agency: Teaching Personnel Liverpool

About the Role

Teaching Personnel Liverpool is seeking dedicated and passionate Specialist SEN (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teachers to work across a range of supportive educational settings starting in September 2026.

We are working in partnership with specialist provisions, alternative settings, and mainstream schools with SEN units to recruit full-time teachers who can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs.

Applicants are welcome from both Primary and Secondary teaching backgrounds, as roles are available across all key stages.

Many of these opportunities offer a clear pathway to permanent employment for the right candidates.

Your Responsibilities

As an SEN/SEMH Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting students who require tailored educational and emotional support. Your responsibilities will include:

Planning and delivering differentiated lessons suited to individual student needs
Supporting pupils with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
Creating a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment
Managing behaviours using positive and trauma-informed strategies
Working collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, SENCOs, parents, and external agencies
Tracking progress and adapting teaching strategies accordingly
Encouraging emotional development, resilience and independence

About You

We are looking for committed professionals with a genuine passion for inclusive education.

You will have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience working with SEN and/or SEMH pupils
Strong behaviour management skills and emotional intelligence
A patient, adaptable and resilient approach
The ability to build trust and rapport with vulnerable learners
We welcome:

Primary Teachers with SEN/SEMH experience or interest
Secondary Teachers looking to transition into specialist settings
Teachers from mainstream, specialist, or alternative provision backgrounds
Desirable (but not essential):

Team Teach or de-escalation training
Experience in PRUs, SEN schools, or resource bases
Knowledge of trauma-informed or therapeutic approaches

What We Offer

Full-time, long-term positions from September 2026
Opportunities for temp-to-perm progression
Competitive weekly pay (PAYE options available)
Access to free CPD and SEN-focused training
Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
Work across a variety of inclusive and specialist education settings

Why Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, committed to supporting teachers at every stage of their career. We pride ourselves on matching skilled educators with schools where they can truly thrive and make a lasting impact.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.

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