Secondary SEMH Teacher - Bury
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £160 to £230 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | BL9 0DH |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 9 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Secondary SEMH Teacher - Bury
Experienced Secondary Teacher Wanted for an SEMH Setting in Bury
Cover People are recruiting on behalf of a specialist secondary school in Bury for a Secondary SEMH Teacher to start in September 2026. The school is looking for a committed teacher who can provide structure, consistency and encouragement while helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
The position is full-time and long term, with the possibility of a permanent role for the successful candidate.
Job Title: Secondary SEMH Teacher
Location: Bury
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term, with potential to become permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Daily Rate: £160-£230 DOE
Teachers currently working in mainstream secondary schools who have experience with SEMH, behavioural needs, SEND or challenging classroom environments are also encouraged to apply.
• Teach engaging lessons that are adapted to reflect different abilities, needs and learning profiles.
• Provide clear expectations, routines and boundaries to create a positive and predictable classroom environment.
• Monitor learning, behaviour and progress, contributing to pupil targets and EHCP outcomes where required.
• Develop positive relationships with pupils and encourage greater confidence, engagement and independence.
• Work closely with support staff, pastoral teams, school leaders and external professionals.
• Manage behaviour calmly and consistently, using appropriate positive strategies.
• Help pupils re-engage with education and make progress both academically and personally.
• Participate in meetings, training and wider school activities as required.
• Competitive daily rates.
• A full-time, long-term opportunity in a specialist educational setting.
• The opportunity to develop your SEMH and SEND teaching experience.
• Access to relevant training and professional development.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
• Potential for the role to become permanent.
• QTS, QTLS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to deal confidently with challenging situations.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach to supporting young people.
• Able to adapt teaching and resources to meet individual needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Committed to helping pupils achieve positive educational and personal outcomes.
• An up-to-date CV including your full education and employment history.
• Proof of Right to Work and UK address.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• At least 2 professional references.
• A reliable, professional and enthusiastic approach.
Click APPLY to register your interest.
To be considered for this vacancy, you will need to register with Cover People and successfully complete our compliance checks. Applicants must be able to provide the necessary documentation and professional references before work can be offered.
All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.
Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.