Location: Stockport
Salary: £170 - £250 per day
Job Type: Long-term, Full-time
Start Date: September 2026
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist school in Stockport that supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is looking for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teacher to join their team on a long-term basis.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people by creating a positive, structured, and engaging learning environment where every pupil can thrive.
The role:
As an SEMH Teacher, you will:
Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Support students with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment
Work closely with support staff, parents, and external professionals
Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies to support pupil development
The successful candidate will have:
QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
Experience working with SEMH pupils, SEND settings, or challenging behaviour
Strong behaviour management skills
A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
A commitment to helping pupils achieve both academically and personally
In return, TeacherActive can offer:
A dedicated consultant available to support you throughout your placement
Access to our My-Progression platform with free CPD courses and certificates
Market-leading rates of pay
Flexible payment options
Referral bonuses when you recommend friends and colleagues
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, identity checks, and professional references.
Apply today by sending your CV to Megan - or phone (phone number removed).
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Salary description
£170.00 - £250.00 per day