Manchester
SEMH Teacher - Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)\n Longsight, Manchester Full-Time | September Start \n Are you a resilient and passionate teacher with experience supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you thrive in environments where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of students who face significant barriers to education? \n We are recruiting for a full-time SEMH Teacher to join a well-established Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Longsight, Manchester. This role involves working with pupils who display highly challenging behaviour and require a structured, consistent, and nurturing approach to learning. \n ECTs are welcome to apply, provided they have relevant experience working with SEMH pupils, challenging behaviour, or alternative provision settings. The Role\n\n • Plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the individual needs of students with SEMH needs.\n, • Adapt learning materials and teaching strategies to support pupils working at varying academic levels.\n, • Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management techniques.\n, • Build strong, professional relationships with students who may have experienced trauma, exclusion, or disrupted education.\n, • Support pupils' emotional development, self-regulation, and engagement with learning.\n, • Work closely with pastoral teams, teaching assistants, parents, and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.\nEssential Requirements\n\n, • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.\n, • Experience working with students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.\n, • Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.\n, • Experience adapting lessons to meet a range of learning abilities and needs.\n, • A resilient, patient, and proactive approach.\n, • Commitment to supporting vulnerable young people and promoting positive educational outcomes.\nDesirable\n\n, • Previous experience within a PRU, Alternative Provision, SEMH School, or specialist setting.\n, • Team Teach training (although training can be provided).\n, • Experience supporting students with additional SEND needs alongside SEMH.\nWhat We Offer\n\n, • Competitive rates of pay.\n, • Ongoing CPD and specialist behaviour management training.\n, • Access to Team Teach training where required.\n, • A supportive leadership team and experienced staff network.\n, • The opportunity to have a significant impact on the lives and futures of vulnerable young people.\n\n Location: Longsight, ManchesterContract: Full-TimeStart Date: September 2026 \n This role would suit an experienced SEMH Teacher, PRU Teacher, Alternative Provision Teacher, or a resilient ECT looking to begin their career within a specialist setting. \n Apply today to support and inspire young people who need positive role models and outstanding educators the most.