Pupil Referral Unit Teacher

Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Teacher | Tameside | Secondary Provision | Full-Time | September & Immediate Starts Available

Are you a passionate teacher looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people who need it most?

Do you thrive on building relationships, overcoming barriers to learning, and helping students rediscover confidence in education?

Teaching Personnel are currently working with a highly supportive secondary Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in the Tameside area, seeking a dedicated and resilient Teacher to join their team. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to support young people who have struggled within mainstream education and require a more personalised and nurturing approach to learning.

This specialist secondary provision supports students aged 11-16 who may have experienced challenges in mainstream education due to SEMH needs, behavioural difficulties, trauma, anxiety, autism, ADHD, or other barriers to learning.

The provision focuses on creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment where students can rebuild confidence, develop positive relationships, and achieve academic success. With small class sizes, high levels of support, and a strong emphasis on wellbeing, staff are able to make a meaningful impact on every student's journey.

The leadership team is experienced, supportive, and committed to both student outcomes and staff development, creating a positive and collaborative working environment.

As a PRU Teacher, you will deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that meet the diverse needs of your students. More importantly, you will become a trusted adult and positive role model, helping young people re‑engage with education and develop the skills they need to succeed.

This role is ideal for teachers who are passionate about inclusion, relationship‑building, and supporting students who require a different approach to learning.

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
• Support students with SEMH needs, autism, ADHD, and behavioural challenges
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Create a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Adapt learning to support engagement, progress, and achievement
• Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, pastoral teams, parents, and external professionals
• Monitor progress and celebrate individual successes

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply
• Teachers from mainstream, SEN, SEMH, or alternative provision backgrounds are welcome
• Strong classroom management and relationship‑building skills
• Resilient, patient, and adaptable approach
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Commitment to inclusion and positive outcomes

Previous PRU or SEMH experience is beneficial but not essential. Schools are keen to hear from teachers who have the right attitude, empathy, and willingness to learn.

• Small class sizes and excellent staff‑to‑pupil ratios
• Strong leadership and pastoral support
• Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference to students' lives
• Well-res