Unqualified English Teacher

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Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and skilled English Teacher to join an SEN Alternative Provision (PRU) in Tooting.

Position Details:

• Role: English Teacher (GCSE)
• Location: Tooting, Southwest London
• Start Date: ASAP
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
• Pay: GBP120 – GBP250 per day (depending on experience and your teacher pay scale)
• Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

About the Role:

This role involves teaching secondary-aged pupils (mixed genders) with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. The students have been excluded from mainstream schools due to medical or SEN needs, requiring a teacher who is understanding, resilient, and experienced in supporting diverse learning requirements. Responsibilities include planning, preparing, and assessing lessons in line with school standards and policies.

Responsibilities:

1. Planning and delivering engaging English lessons tailored to pupils with SEMH, ADHD, ASD, and other SEN-related challenges.
2. Adapting teaching strategies to support challenging behaviours and foster a positive learning environment.
3. Following the current English curriculum with confidence and expertise.
4. Building strong relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and academic progress.
5. Managing planning, preparation, and assessment duties, along with contributing to wider responsibilities as a permanent staff member.

Requirements:

• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS) or at least 2 years’ experience teaching English to secondary pupils.
• Proven experience working with SEN students, especially those with SEMH, ADHD, ASD, and challenging behaviours.
• A valid Child and Adult DBS registered on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
• The right to work in the UK.
• Two verifiable references demonstrating teaching experience.

To Apply:

Send your CV to or call 02074046383, Option 1, then Option 3 to reach Jared from the SEN West Team.

Prospero Teaching acts as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate must register and pass safeguarding/vetting checks. All adults working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting their welfare.

Additional Benefits:

• Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• In-house Training and Development Team.

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