SEN Teacher - PRU; Secondary

SEN Teacher - PRU (Secondary)

• Lewisham, South East London
• Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
• MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a passionate SEN Teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people?

We are working with a well-regarded Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Lewisham that is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Teacher to join their team on a long-term basis. This rewarding role involves supporting secondary-aged students who have faced barriers to mainstream education and require additional support to achieve their full potential.

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Challenging behaviour
• Trauma-related needs
• Additional learning needs

The successful candidate will create engaging lessons, build positive relationships, and help students re-engage with education in a supportive and structured environment.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
• Experience teaching students with SEN, SEMH, or within alternative provisions is highly desirable
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with vulnerable young people
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Commitment to improving outcomes for students with complex needs

• Small class sizes and high staff-to-student ratios
• A supportive and experienced leadership team
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and therapeutic approach to learning
• The opportunity to have a lasting impact on young people's lives

This is an excellent opportunity for an SEN Teacher, PRU Teacher, Alternative Provision Teacher, or a mainstream teacher looking to move into specialist education. If you are passionate about helping students overcome barriers and achieve success both academically and personally, we'd love to hear from you.