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Lead Teacher (SEMH & SEND Specialist)

United Kingdom, Market Harborough 32916.00 - 49232.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 11, 2026
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Are you ready to move beyond the traditional classroom? We are seeking visionary educators to join the founding team of a brand-new, state-of-the-art special school scheduled to open in late 2026. This is a rare blank canvas opportunity. You won't just be following a policy; you will be helping to write it. Our mission is to support 72 children and young people (ages 5-19) who have faced challenges in mainstream settings due to Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and ASC.

Job Responsibility

  • Design and deliver a thematic, highly differentiated curriculum
  • work with a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and specialists
  • take ownership of a specific curriculum area, mentoring support staff
  • turn complex presentations into success stories by building deep, empathetic relationships

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • proven track record in Special Schools or specialist SEMH provisions
  • expertise in thematic teaching
  • sophisticated understanding of ASC and SEMH, including trauma-informed approaches and de-escalation techniques

Nice to have

  • Post-graduate qualifications in SEND/Special Education
  • experience in curriculum design for learners with complex needs
  • a founding mindset (adaptability, humour, drive to help a new school succeed)

What we offer

  • Referral Bonus
  • PAYE
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