Experienced Primary Teacher - Victoria Drive Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced primary teacher for the role of Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties within Victoria Drive Primary Pupil Referral Unit. Temporary for one year, starting September 2026.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver the National Curriculum: primary curriculum.
• Deliver specific programmes aimed at developing social and emotional skills of pupils within the Pupil Referral Unit.
• Maintain very low levels of suspensions by promoting inclusion and strengthening schools’ capacity to respond to pupils’ needs.
• Work as part of a team to support vulnerable children.
• Provide occasional peripatetic support to pupils in mainstream schools.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Evidence of an outstanding record managing children with challenging behaviour and ensuring good progress.
• High level of resilience.
• Commitment to working as a team to support vulnerable children.
• DBS clearance prior to starting work.
• Experience of teaching within a specialist Social, Emotional and Mental Health setting is not required.

Application Process

Please contact the School Business Manager, Sarah Parmenter, to book a time to visit on 020 8780 2360. Visits to the PRU are essential. An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification, can be downloaded below. Completed applications should be returned to the school by email to sparmenter@victoriapru.wandsworth.sch.uk. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Closing date: 26 June 2026 (at noon). Interviews: 01 July 2026. Victoria Drive PRU is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Location

Victoria Drive Primary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)78 Victoria Drive Southfields, London SW19 6HR