SEND Teacher

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

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Greater London is seeking a dedicated SEN Teacher to work with pupils who have social, emotional, and mental health needs. In this full-time position, you will deliver tailored lessons and support students in a Pupil Referral Unit environment. The ideal candidate will have QTS, significant SEN experience, and the ability to create strong relationships with students in challenging circumstances.

Qualifications

• Essential QTS and significant experience working with SEN.
• Strong understanding of SEND and challenges in alternative provisions.
• Compassionate and patient in building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored teaching to students with special educational needs.
• Plan engaging lessons aligned with the school's curriculum.
• Manage classroom behaviour to create a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Understanding of core subject curriculums

Behaviour management strategies

Ability to build rapport with students

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Pupil Referral Unit, Lewisham
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-Time, London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.

The Role

In this SEN Teacher role you will be teaching within their secondary provision. Classes will be up to 6 pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. You will have a team of support staff in the class to allow for emotional and behavioural support. You will need to have a good understanding of core subject curriculums and must have PRU experience.

You will need to be approachable and patient and be able to build a strong rapport with the students. You will be working closely with other staff and professionals to manage challenging emotional and social behaviour on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, tailored teaching to students with special educational needs.
• Plan and implement engaging lessons in line with the school\'s curriculum.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Develop individual education plans (IEPs) and monitor student progress.
• Work closely with other professionals, including SENCOs, support staff, and external agencies.
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents on progress.

The Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

The PRU works with primary and secondary aged pupils who have been permanently excluded from mainstream settings across the borough of Lewisham. Pupils have the chance to develop their skills in a place which fosters tolerance and confidence. The centre allows pupils to refocus on their learning and offers specialist support to allow individual development according to each pupil\'s needs. There is an established leadership team and teaching staff in place and all staff benefit from the shared learning and training to enable you to become an excellent SEMH practitioner.

The school is easily accessible by public transport.

To apply

To apply for this SEN Teacher position you must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Significant experience working with students with special educational needs, particularly within a PRU or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of SEND, behaviour management strategies, and the challenges faced by students in alternative provisions.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit the diverse needs of students.
• Compassionate, patient, and able to build strong, positive relationships with students.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.