Outreach Teacher

Outreach Teacher – SEMH School (Temporary to Permanent)

Location:

Basildon, Essex
Agency:
Teacher Active

Start Date:

ASAP / Negotiable

Teacher Active is currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Outreach Teacher to work with a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school based in Basildon. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, ideal for a passionate educator who is committed to supporting students who face barriers to learning within mainstream education.

The Role

As an Outreach Teacher, you will work with pupils who require additional support outside of a traditional classroom environment. This may include delivering tailored lessons on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, supporting students either within the school setting or at alternative provision sites.

You will play a key role in re-engaging students with their education, helping them develop confidence, emotional regulation, and the skills needed to return to structured learning.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver individualised learning programmes to students with SEMH needs

Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may display challenging behaviour

Work closely with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and support staff to monitor progress

Adapt teaching approaches to meet varying learning styles and emotional needs

Track and report on student development and engagement

The Ideal Candidate

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent teaching qualification

Experience working with SEMH, behavioural needs, or alternative provision

Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

Patient, resilient, and empathetic approach to teaching

Ability to build rapport quickly with disengaged learners

Full UK driving licence (desirable due to outreach nature of the role)

What Teacher Active Offers

Competitive rates of pay

Opportunity to secure a permanent role within the school

Ongoing support from a dedicated Teacher Active consultant

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Flexible and rewarding work within specialist education

This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people with SEMH needs and supporting them to re-engage with education.

Interested?
Apply today or contact Teacher Active for more information about this Outreach Teacher role in Basildon.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services