English Teacher

SEMH English Teacher - November Start

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire | Full-Time | £35,602-£54,328 | MPS1-UPS3 London Fringe

URGENTLY HIRING - Interviews and trial days are being arranged now!

Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced and resilient English Teacher to join an Alternative Provision setting in Hemel Hempstead from 2 November 2026.

This is an opportunity for a teacher who wants to make a genuine difference to pupils who have struggled within mainstream education. The setting works with small groups, typically 2-8 pupils, allowing for highly personalised teaching and strong relationships to be built.

While an English specialist would be ideal, the school is also open to strong Primary, Humanities or other experienced teachers with the confidence and enthusiasm to deliver English across KS3 and KS4.

The Role

Full-time English teaching from 2 November 2026

Teaching KS3 and KS4 English

Small class groups of around 2-8 pupils

Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs

Planning and delivering engaging, accessible lessons

Building positive relationships and maintaining clear boundaries

Working as part of a supportive and close-knit team

1 term minimum, with potential for the role to become permanent

The Ideal Candidate

QTS preferred, although relevant unqualified teaching experience will be considered

At least 1 year of UK school-based experience

Confident teaching or supporting English at KS3/KS4 level

Strong behaviour management and classroom presence

Calm, patient and nurturing approach

Resilient, adaptable and well organised

Experience with SEMH pupils is advantageous

Passionate about helping pupils re-engage with education

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to apply

Right to work in the UK

What's on Offer

MPS1 (£35,602) - UPS3 (£54,328) London Fringe

Full-time position from 2 November 2026

Supportive and experienced leadership team

Small teaching groups and a relational approach

Excellent CPD and professional development

Opportunity for the position to become permanent

Full support from your dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultantThis position is available from 2 November and the school is looking to move quickly. Interviews and trial days are being arranged now.

To apply or find out more, contact Carlo at Tradewind Recruitment:

(phone number removed)

Tradewind Recruitment - REC Audited Education Gold Standard. Committed to safeguarding. Proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer