At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and support students with special educational needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Respected Pupil Referral Unit in Tower Hamlets, London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive team.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering student growth and confidence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing learning barriers.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience with SEN students required.
The predicted salary is between 31284 - 38236 £ per year.
- SEN Teacher Pupil Referral Unit, Strafford
- Start
- Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time, London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience We are looking for an experienced and passionate SEN Teacher to join a well-respected Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Tower Hamlets.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with children and young people who may have experienced barriers to learning, and make a real difference to their educational journey.
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 behavioral needs.
You will have a team of support staff in the class to allow for emotional and behavioral 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 behavior on a daily basis.
Responsibilities include
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 behavior 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 Hackney.
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 for this SEN Teacher position, you must have: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
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