SEN Class Teacher (SEMH) – Full‑time Permanent

About the role

Prospero Teaching is supporting a specialist SEMH school in Chichester, providing education for pupils aged 7‑16 with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school seeks a compassionate SEN Class Teacher to lead a small, well‑supported class from September 2026, delivering a highly personalised, trauma‑informed curriculum.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver an adapted, differentiated curriculum aligned with pupils' EHCP outcomes.
• Create resources that support communication, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Foster wellbeing, resilience and social development through consistent routines and nurturing relationships.
• Collaborate with therapists, behaviour specialists, support staff and families to provide holistic support.
• Promote positive behaviour and self‑esteem using trauma‑informed and relational approaches.

Required profile

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching pupils with SEND, preferably SEMH, autism or complex behavioural needs.
• Strong understanding of trauma‑informed practice and emotional regulation strategies.
• Ability to support additional needs such as ADHD, attachment difficulties or communication delay.
• Creative, resilient and child‑centred approach.

Required skills

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time contract with MPR/UPR plus SEN allowance.
• Free accredited CPD covering SEMH strategies, trauma‑informed practice and behaviour management.
• Supportive, collaborative school community focused on specialist education.