SEN Teacher (SEMH – PRU)

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

Job summary

A leading educational organization in East London is seeking a skilled and resilient SEN Teacher for a Pupil Referral Unit. This full-time role involves delivering engaging lessons to small classes and implementing behavior management strategies for pupils with SEMH needs. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status and possess experience in PRU or SEMH settings. Join a supportive environment where you can make a lasting impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Salary paid to scale

Supportive leadership

Access to specialist CPD

Small class sizes

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is essential.
• Experience in PRUs or SEMH settings is highly desirable.
• Must have a calm and consistent classroom presence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons to small classes of pupils.
• Implement behavior management and de-escalation strategies.
• Build positive relationships with disengaged pupils.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in PRU or SEMH setting

Strong classroom presence

Understanding of trauma-informed practice

Ability to re-engage vulnerable learners

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teacher (SEMH – PRU)

📍 Location: East London

💷 Salary: MPS/UPS – Paid to Scale

🕒 Contract: Full-time (Permanent or Long-term)

We are looking to appoint a skilled and resilient SEN Teacher to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in East London, supporting pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behavior, and complex backgrounds. This is a highly rewarding role for a teacher who thrives in a structured, supportive, and trauma-informed environment.

The Role:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons to small classes of pupils with SEMH needs
• Teach across core subjects (or your subject specialism) at KS3–KS4
• Implement consistent behaviour management and de‑escalation strategies
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may be disengaged from education
• Track progress against EHCPs, Individual Behaviour Plans, and reintegration targets
• Work collaboratively with LSAs, behaviour mentors, pastoral staff, and external agencies

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience working in a PRU, Alternative Provision, or SEMH setting (essential or highly desirable)
• Strong classroom presence with a calm, consistent approach
• Excellent understanding of trauma‑informed practice and safeguarding
• The ability to motivate and re‑engage vulnerable learners

What’s on Offer:

• MPS/UPS – paid to scale
• Supportive leadership with a strong pastoral ethos
• Access to specialist PRU and SEMH CPD
• Small class sizes and high staff‑to‑pupil ratios
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils’ lives and reintegration journeys

📩 Apply now to join a PRU where your skills, resilience, and dedication will change outcomes for young people who need it most.