SEMH Class Teacher - Full-time

Ethelbert Children's Services

• Ref:KCC-F90-5-T
• Posted:16/05/2025
• Pay:M1 - M6
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:13/06/2025 at 08:00
• Interviews:20.06.25

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We offer an exciting opportunity to join our nurturing, independent school where pupils are at the heart of everything we do. The school is rewarding and challenging in equal measure and would suit an experienced teacher who has a good understanding of SEMH needs and is looking to work in an environment where progress is measured from starting point and academic decisions are based solely on the needs of the pupils.

With a maximum of 22 pupils on role, we have three small classes and a bespoke and creative thematic curriculum. Relational practice is central to our ethos, and we believe that building strong, trusting attachment is the secret to supporting children to develop the academic and social emotional skills that enable success. 

Each class is well supported by a minimum of two skilled Learning Support Assistants, we have a dedicated library space, an outdoor classroom, and a focus on creative experiential learning that doesn’t rely on traditional book-based evidence of learning. Our in-house Speech and Language Therapist, dedicated Reading Doctors, and comprehensive training offer will ensure that you have the support needed to thrive in the role.

About the role:

• Class Teacher for a mixed key stage 2 class meeting the needs of children with diverse academic ability, SEMH needs, and developmental trauma
• Teaching an exciting thematic curriculum that reflects but is not dictated by the National Curriculum
• White Rose maths scheme, Twinkle SSP, and subscriptions to curriculum resource sites
• Exclusively school-based assessment practices that are considerate of teacher workload
• Small, highly supportive staff team including a SENCo, Designated Teacher, SaLT, and Pastoral Manager

Who we are looking for:

• A highly motivated, skilled, and experienced teacher with an understanding of SEMH need and a desire to work with children who experience barriers to learning
• A robust and resilient attitude to challenging behaviour that facilitates an empathetic but firm response
• A desire to be creative and an ability to think outside the box when planning and designing lessons and learning activities
• An ability to manage a small class-based LSA team and lead on decisions about pupil strategies and support
• An organised approach to assessment, record keeping, planning, and marking
• A desire to make a difference to children who are disadvantaged
• We may visit and observe candidates in their current school

Information about the federation

Specialist Education Services

DfE Registered Schools at Key Stages 1,2 3 & 4

• Specialised Education at Primary & Secondary Levels • Small Classroom Sizes • High Levels of Support & Supervision • GCSE & Alternative Curriculums • Differentiated Education Plans • Accredited ASDAN Provider • Nationally Accredited Vocational Courses and Qualifications

Supporting our residential and fostering services, Ethelbert Children's Services provide specialist SEMH education at Primary and Secondary levels:

The Davenport School - KS 1 & 2 (Years 3 - 7 Ages 5-11)

The Old Priory School - KS 3 & 4 (Years 7 - 11 Ages 11-16)

In addition, we have a dedicated Vocational Centre that support KS3 and KS4 student learning. Students at our vocational centre work towards recognised awards in a variety of skilled trades and professions, including City and Guilds, Asdan and AQA qualifications.

KS4 students are provided the opportunity to work towards GCSE's in English, Maths and Science.

We provide a high staff to student ratio to support learning and enable students to overcome their barriers to learning.

The Aims of Ethelbert Education Services -

• To provide a consistent and caring learning environment.

• To offer an appropriate differentiated programme to meet the individual needs of each student.

• To provide a broad and balanced curriculum.

• To provide access to examination opportunities, work experience and vocational qualifications.

• To promote a positive sense of self through our whole school Social, Emotional and Mental Health and well-being programmes.

• To create an environment where there is access of equal opportunity for all.

• To develop emotional well-being and self-management through our pastoral care

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jacqueline McPherson
• Address:17 Leigh Road,
  Ramsgate,
  Kent,
  CT12 5EU
• Telephone: 01843823762
• Email: jackie.mcpherson@ethelbert.net

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