SEMH Specialist – Dewsbury – September 2026

DATE POSTED

Subject

Behaviour

Job Branch & Location

Yorkshire - Dewsbury

Job Setting & Role

Secondary & FE - Support
Supply
£100 - £140 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

We are seeking a committed SEMH Specialist to join our mainstream Alternative Provision from September 2026. You will work with secondary‑aged learners who present a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, supporting them to re‑engage with learning and develop positive, sustainable behaviours.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, values relationship‑based practice, and is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver targeted SEMH interventions that promote emotional regulation, resilience and engagement
  • Support behaviour management using trauma‑informed and restorative approaches
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with students who may have experienced exclusion or disrupted schooling
  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt learning and create inclusive classroom environments
  • Contribute to personalised plans, EHCP reviews and multi‑agency meetings
  • Maintain high standards of safeguarding and student wellbeing

Pre-requisites:

  • Previous experience supporting secondary‑aged students with SEMH needs (essential)
  • Strong understanding of trauma‑informed practice and behaviour support
  • Resilient, empathetic and proactive approach to working with vulnerable young people
  • Ability to de‑escalate, motivate and inspire
  • Commitment to professional development and reflective practice

If you are an experienced SEMH practitioner seeking a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we would welcome your application.

Job Reference: JT25ET151470

PLEASE APPLY BELOW, OR CALL US NOW ON 01274 905 440

Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

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