Nurture/SEMH Teacher

• Merton : Outer London
• Start Date : ASAP July 2026
• M1 M6 Outer London Pay Scale : £194.21 - £258.84 per day (PAYE)
• Full-Time Long-Term
• Via Parker Smith Inclusion

Do you have the resilience, compassion, and drive to support young people who have faced barriers to their education? Are you an experienced Teacher who thrives in a challenging but highly rewarding environment?

Parker Smith Inclusion is working with a specialist secondary provision in Outer London supporting students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), many of whom have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences, anxiety, dysregulation, and behavioural challenges. We are seeking a committed and passionate SEMH Teacher for a full-time, long-term role starting ASAP until July 2026.

About the School:

This is a specialist setting that provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for students who are not currently able to access mainstream education. Many pupils have EHCPs and benefit from individualised support and a trauma-informed approach to teaching and learning.

The Role:

As an SEMH Teacher, your focus will be on building trust, stability, and meaningful progress both academic and personal. You will:

• Plan and deliver creative, engaging lessons tailored to individual needs
• Create a calm, consistent, and emotionally safe classroom environment
• De-escalate challenging behaviours using restorative and relational approaches
• Work closely with a skilled team of TAs, mentors, and pastoral staff
• Build positive relationships with students, families, and outside agencies
• Implement strategies that support emotional regulation, resilience, and re-engagement with learning

Ideal Candidate:

• QTS or QTLS with experience teaching KS3/KS4 students
• Background working in SEMH settings, PRUs, alternative provisions, or specialist schools
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and behaviour support strategies
• Calm, consistent, and empathetic able to model emotional regulation
• Confident in managing dysregulated behaviour and applying personalised interventions
• Committed to building lasting, therapeutic relationships with students

Bonus if you have:

• PRICE, Team Teach or other de-escalation training (training can be provided)
• Experience teaching core subjects or vocational pathways
• Experience working with external agencies such as CAMHS or social services

Why Parker Smith Inclusion?

• PAYE (no hidden umbrella deductions)
• Long-term roles with opportunities for permanent contracts
• Specialist SEND & SEMH consultants who understand your sector
• Ongoing support, training, and development

If you're a passionate SEMH Teacher who wants to make a real difference in young people s lives, not just academically, but emotionally and socially then we want to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with Jamie Martinez at Parker Smith Inclusion to find out more about this rewarding SEMH teaching opportunity. Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough referencing.