Job description
SEMH Teacher - Specialist Setting (Epilepsy & Neurological Conditions)
Location: Lingfield
Contract: Full-time / Permanent
Salary: £130 - £200 dependant on qualifications and experiece
We are seeking a passionate and resilient SEMH Teacher to join a specialist school supporting children and young people with epilepsy and associated neurological, emotional, and mental health needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a highly supportive, therapeutic environment where small class sizes and multidisciplinary collaboration allow staff to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.
The Role
As an SEMH Teacher, you will:
• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to pupils with SEMH needs and epilepsy
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour, and social development
• Work closely with therapists, clinicians, and support staff to implement individual education and care plans
• Use trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to support learning and wellbeing
• Monitor progress and adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
• Has experience working with SEMH needs, SEND, or vulnerable learners
• Has a strong understanding of behaviour support and emotional wellbeing
• Is calm, patient, and resilient, with excellent communication skills
• Is committed to inclusive education and safeguarding
Experience working with pupils with epilepsy, neurological conditions, or in specialist settings is desirable but not essential-full training and ongoing professional development will be provided.
What We Offer
• Small class sizes and high staff-to-pupil ratios
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
• Ongoing training in epilepsy, SEMH, and therapeutic practice
• Excellent wellbeing support and supervision
• The opportunity to make a meaningful, long-term impact
If you are an enthusiastic SEMH Teacher looking for a role where relationships, wellbeing, and progress truly matter, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer:
• Competitive daily rates (including holiday pay)
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Refer a friend and earn £75 for Nursery/TA & £125 for Qualified Teachers
• Pension (optional)
• A supportive team and potential for long-term placements
*Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!*
Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).