PRU Class Teacher

Vision for Education - Preston; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Preston is seeking a PRU Class Teacher to start in January 2026. The role involves supporting secondary aged students with SEND and SEMH needs, delivering inclusive lessons, and fostering a nurturing learning environment. Competitive weekly salary of £700 to £1000 based on experience and qualifications. Join a dedicated team committed to the growth and development of young people.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

FREE training offerings

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification.
• Experience in teaching students with SEND, SEMH, and barriers to learning.
• Knowledge of teaching strategies for secondary aged students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver effective and inclusive lessons for students with SEND.
• Create a supportive classroom environment that fosters progress.
• Assess and track student progress, providing constructive feedback.

Skills

Teaching students with SEND

Communication skills

Adaptability

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Vision for Education are recruiting for a PRU Class Teacher for alternative provision settings in Preston to start in January 2026 on a full-time, temporary basis.

About the role

The role will be working with secondary aged students, supporting with pre-planned English, Maths and other pre-planned subject areas. As a PRU Class Teacher, you will play a vital role in supporting and facilitating the educational and social development of students with SEND and SEMH needs and challenging behaviours in an alternative provision setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver effective and inclusive lessons that cater to the diverse needs of students with SEND learning needs.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to accommodate individual learning styles and abilities.
• Create a supportive and nurturing classroom environment that fosters academic progress, emotional well‑being and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with other teachers and teaching assistants to develop Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and implement strategies for student progress.
• Regularly assess and track student progress, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
• Establish strong communication channels with parents, guardians and external professionals involved in the care and education of students.
• Stay updated with the latest educational practices, policies and developments in the field of alternative provision teaching, integrating them into your teaching approach.

About the school

This PRU Class Teacher role is an opportunity to work in an incredibly welcoming college provision with some wonderful young people within Preston (PR2). The role will entail working with young people with SEND and SEMH learning needs including autism, ADHD and moderate learning needs, alongside challenging behaviours and barriers to learning.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification.
• Specialisation or experience in teaching students with SEND, SEMH and barriers to learning.
• Strong knowledge of different teaching strategies, interventions and resources for secondary aged students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals.
• Patience, empathy and a genuine passion for working with students with barriers to learning.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of students in an ever‑changing educational environment.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff undergo thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold or are prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market‑leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high‑quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary

£700 to £1000 per week, depending on experience, training or qualifications. Minimum experience, training or qualifications required: Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching in a similar setting.

What Vision for Education offers

Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in‑house Payroll team using the PAYE system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
FREE training such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
Generous refer‑a‑friend scheme.
Access to a dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up‑to‑date CV and contact details. For more information or an informal chat about the role, please call Dave Travis on or email.