Trauma-Informed English Teacher for PRU

Wandsworth Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cyclescheme

Eyecare contribution

Season ticket loans

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Francis Barber Pupil Referral Unit in London is seeking a skilled English teacher to work with small groups across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will help pupils reconnect with learning, develop reading and writing skills, and work towards GCSE English and Functional Skills.

You will plan creative lessons, uphold high expectations, and collaborate with pastoral and SEND teams in a trauma-informed, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with strong English subject knowledge and experience teaching secondary-age pupils.
• Able to plan creative, well-sequenced lessons that engage learners and build literacy skills.
• Hold high expectations while responding sensitively to pupils’ needs and experiences.
• Assess learning accurately and adapt teaching for pupils with SEND and gaps in prior learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach English to small groups across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Help pupils reconnect with learning and work towards GCSE English and Functional Skills.
• Collaborate with pastoral, SEND and wider teaching colleagues to support pupils.
• Build positive, consistent relationships with young people and colleagues.

Skills

Strong English knowledge

Secondary teaching experience

Creative lesson planning

Assessing and supporting SEND

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Francis Barber Pupil Referral Unit in London is seeking a skilled English teacher to work with small groups across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will help pupils reconnect with learning, develop reading and writing skills, and work towards GCSE English and Functional Skills.

You will plan creative lessons, uphold high expectations, and collaborate with pastoral and SEND teams in a trauma-informed, supportive environment.