Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural challenges? Do you have a knack for teaching essential life skills and helping students prepare for the future? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
About the Role:
We are working closely with a specialist SEN provision catering to students aged 11-17 who face significant behavioural and SEMH challenges. This dedicated school is seeking an Employability Teacher to provide targeted support in developing key life skills, such as CV writing, interview preparation, and job readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons focused on employability skills, including job searching, CV writing, and interview techniques.
- Support students in developing their confidence, self-esteem, and ability to thrive in real-world scenarios.
- Implement and promote positive behaviour management strategies to address behavioural challenges, helping students manage their emotions and interactions.
- Develop tailored interventions to support students with SEMH needs, ensuring their emotional well-being and progress.
- Work collaboratively with SEN staff, therapists, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student development.
- Help students develop life skills that enable them to transition successfully into employment or further education.
Non-Negotiables:
- Full-time commitment: Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.
- UK Experience: Minimum of 6 months' experience working in the UK with students with SEMH needs and/or behavioural challenges.
- DBS Requirement: A valid DBS registered on the Update Service is essential.
What We're Looking For:
- A qualified teacher or experienced professional in employability, life skills, or a related field.
- Strong behaviour management skills, with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations and foster a supportive learning environment.
- Experience working with students who present SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
- A compassionate and resilient individual with a genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning.
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.
- Flexibility and creativity in developing lessons and strategies tailored to the individual needs of students.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and passionate team dedicated to transforming the lives of young people.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills, especially in behaviour management and supporting SEMH students.
- A rewarding role where you can make a tangible difference in a student's life trajectory.
Apply Now:
If you meet the non-negotiables and are an enthusiastic and committed teacher ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply!!
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.