Secondary Teacher. Job in Merton Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A specialist education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher for a Pupil Referral Unit in Wimbledon, London. The role involves delivering structured and supportive lessons to secondary boys with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Ideal candidates must hold QTS, have experience in SEMH or PRU settings, and demonstrate strong behaviour management skills. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH or PRU settings.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Empathetic and trauma-informed approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured lessons in a small group setting.
• Help pupils re-engage with education.
• Build essential skills for personal development.

Skills

Adapted lesson delivery

Strong relationships with students

Behaviour management

Trauma-informed approach

Education

QTS or relevant teaching qualification

Job description

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.

We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• 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.