Job Description

Are you an outstanding Humanities Teacher with SEMH experience, looking for a refreshing challenge?

One of our SEN schools in the Channel Islands is looking for an SEMH Humanities Teacher to join their dedicated team, who are committed to breaking down  barriers to learning. This fantastic school caters for children aged 9 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs, providing them with a positive, safe, vibrant community.

In this exciting full-time role, you can combine beautiful surroundings with a rewarding challenge, as you teach History, Geography and PSHE. As an SEMH Humanities Teacher, you will promote learning through well-planned lessons that can be adapted to meet individual needs. 

If you have experience working in an SEMH school, with strong behavioural management skills and a patient approach, this could be the perfect position for you.

This SEMH Humanities Teacher role is a permanent position from 1st January 2027, although it could be made available sooner for the right candidate.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £65,990 plus Special Schools Allowance of £4,227 per annum
• Relocation package of up to £5k (and possible support with rent)
• 8-year Long Term Employment Permit (permitting immediate family members to come with you to work on the Island in any sector)
• Rewarding job working in the most beautiful, warmest islands of the UK
• Dedicated consultant to support your journey to the Island.

Skills and requirements:

• Valid teaching qualification, PGCE or BEd
• Right to work in the UK
• DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
• A solid background teaching Humanities
• Experience working in an SEMH setting
• Inspirational, driven and passionate teacher with strong classroom management
• Available to start in January 2027, or sooner.

Teaching in the Channel Islands is an easier transition than you might think and could be just the adventure you're waiting for. So, if you feel you have the relevant skills, experience and passion, we would love to hear from you.

At Red Lester we specialise in supporting schools in the Channel Islands to find the right teachers within the primary, secondary, FE and SEN sectors. We offer teachers the opportunity to work in the most beautiful islands within the UK, supporting them from initial application right through to starting their new role and settling into life on the Island.