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SEMH Maths Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 30 May 2025
Salary: £28,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 June 2025
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: SENDirect
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Are you a Maths Teacher who thrives on making a difference? This could be the career move you’ve been waiting for.

We’re seeking a dedicated SEMH Maths Teacher to join a specialist school near Cambridgeshire this September. The school supports young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, offering them a structured, caring, and understanding environment to thrive both academically and personally.

You’ll be teaching Maths across Key Stages 3 and 4 in small, focused classes with high levels of support. If you're someone who believes in second chances, understands complex behaviour, and wants to empower students through education, this role is for you.

You’ll be joining a team that understands the importance of positive relationships, strong routines, and individual learning journeys. The school offers a clear framework, strong leadership, and the resources you need to succeed in this fulfilling setting.

In return, you’ll enjoy a generous annual salary and pension, alongside the support of a professional and forward-thinking team who value your impact and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging and differentiated Maths lessons to students with SEMH needs

Build strong, respectful relationships to foster trust and motivation

Work closely with support staff to implement individual learning plans

Track pupil progress and adapt lessons based on individual needs

Support the school’s restorative and trauma-informed approach

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including therapists and mentors

Qualifications and Experience

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Experience teaching Maths at KS3/KS4

A strong understanding of SEMH and trauma-informed practices

Excellent behaviour management and de-escalation strategies

Patience, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach

A passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable young people

SENDirect and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and professional reference screening.

We only consider candidates with the current right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply today.

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