14 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    4 March 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    18 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Pastoral, health and welfare

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: 37 hours per week, term time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

FTE £28,598 to £31,022

Actual salary

Actual Salary £24,858 to £26,965

Pay scale

NJC Band F, SCP 12-17

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a SEMH Lead to work under the direction and instruction of appropriate Teaching Staff; to support access to learning for students.

We are looking for a SEMH Lead who:

  • Will inspire, motivate and challenge our students
  • Has the highest possible expectations
  • Is passionate about the well-being of our students
  • Is creative and forward thinking
  • Is kind, compassionate and supportive
  • Has the desire and ability to help children of all abilities and backgrounds reach the highest levels of attainment and progress
  • Is supportive of the school's Catholic ethos (however you do not need to be a practicing Catholic

What the school offers its staff

We will offer you:

  • A supportive and hard-working Student Support Team
  • An ongoing CPD programme, tailored to individual requirements
  • benefits and opportunities through St Francis MAT
  • A calm, well-disciplined learning environment
  • Care, guidance and support in each day of your work

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities

School type
Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
Up to 650 pupils
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01709 767900

Saint Pius X is a welcoming and oversubscribed Catholic secondary school in Rotherham. Rooted in Gospel values, we are proud of our strong community spirit, excellent pastoral care, and commitment to helping every student achieve their potential. With a culture of high expectations, a supportive staff team, and a focus on both academic success and personal growth, Saint Pius X is a place where students and staff thrive together.

Arranging a visit to Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.parkin@stfranciscmat.com.

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