SEMH Teacher - Key Stage 3 Maternity Cover 12 months

West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre, Pudsey, West Yorkshire, LS28 6HL

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  March 2026

• Closing date

  6 February 2026 at 11am

• Date listed

  8 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Scale / UPS3
• Additional allowances:

  Main Scale / UPS3

SEMH Teacher - Key Stage 3 Maternity Cover 12 months job summary

Employer - West Area Inclusion Partnership part of the West SILC (on behalf of the 6 West Leeds Secondary Schools)

Location - West Wedge of Leeds

• Do you want to be part of a dedicated team supporting learners from the six West Leeds secondary schools?
• Are you passionate about helping marginalised students who struggle to access a mainstream curriculum?
• Do you want to make a real difference in young people’s lives?
• Do you thrive on the challenge of empowering students to succeed?

The secondary schools within the West Area Inclusion Partnership work together to prevent suspensions and permanent exclusion by offering alternative provision that meets the academic and emotional needs of young people in the area. We work in partnership to encourage learners to attend, engage and achieve.

We are seeking to appoint the best candidate with the appropriate experience who can deliver English, History, Citizenship and other foundation subjects in an innovative and creative manner.

You will offer us:

The ability to adapt teaching and learning to engage and inspire students

Experience working with marginalised learners, understanding their unique needs

A deep passion for unlocking young people’s potential through curriculum subjects

You will be:

A skilled communicator who builds strong relationships with pupils, families, and staff

A compassionate educator who understands the social, emotional, and mental health factors affecting young people

A confident, enthusiastic professional committed to continuous growth and development

We will offer you:

A welcoming and supportive alternative provision where every student matters

The opportunity to make a genuine impact on young lives

A truly inclusive environment that values every learner’s journey

A dedicated team of staff and Governors who share your commitment

Strong leadership and a collaborative staff culture to support your success

Interview: Thursday 13th February 2026

Start Date: Monday 2nd March 2026

West SILC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for appointment to this post. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

For an informal discussion please contact Helen Grayson via helen.grayson@westsilc.org or call on 07562 439096

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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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre

• School type: Special school, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 287 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-specialist-inclusive-learning-centre

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