Secondary Teacher

Prospero Teaching; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teacher to work in a Pupil Referral Unit in Wimbledon. The ideal candidate will support secondary boys with social, emotional, and mental health needs, delivering structured lessons and helping pupils re-engage with their education. Applicants should have a relevant teaching qualification, experience in SEMH settings, and strong behaviour management skills. This temporary-to-permanent position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• QTS or relevant teaching qualification required.
• Experience in SEMH or PRU settings preferred.
• Strong behaviour management skills essential.
• Trauma-informed and empathetic approach needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adapted lessons for pupils with SEN and SEMH.
• Build trust and strong relationships with students.
• Maintain a calm, consistent, and positive classroom.
• Collaborate with pastoral teams, therapists, and parents.

Skills

Teaching qualification (QTS)

Experience with SEMH

Strong behaviour management

Empathetic approach

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SEN Teacher - Secondary PRU

Area: Wimbledon, Merton

Start Date: September, Interview NOW

Contract Type: Temp to Perm

Salary: (Apply online only) per day

Brief description

Pupil Referral Unit seeks resilient SEN teacher to support secondary boys with SEMH and additional needs.

About the school

A specialist PRU supporting boys aged 11-16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, focused on reintegration and personal development.

About the role

You will deliver structured and supportive lessons in a small group setting, helping pupils re-engage with education and build essential skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adapted lessons for pupils with SEN and SEMH
• Build trust and strong relationships with students
• Maintain a calm, consistent, and positive classroom
• Work closely with pastoral teams, therapists, and parents

Requirements

The ideal candidate would have:

• QTS or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience with SEMH or PRU settings
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A trauma-informed and empathetic approach

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people