Secondary SEMH Class Teacher

Are you an experienced, passionate and proactive Teacher who is looking to make a long-term difference to the lives and progress of young people who face barriers to learning? If so, we want to hear from you today!

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, proactive and enthusiastic Class Teacher to promote the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational Alternative Provision Settings in Newcastle on a full-time and long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development. All Subject specialisms will be considered.

About the Role:

• The role will involve planning and teaching engaging and informative lessons that inspire pupils with SEMH, and allows all pupils to make progress.
• Working with Secondary aged pupils who have been excluded from mainstream School and have SEMH and SEND of varying levels as well as challenging behaviour
• Building positive relationships with pupils and Teaching Assistants to create excellent learning environments.
• The role will involve managing challenging behaviour in a positive, proactive and consistent manner
• Differentiating lessons appropriately to engage pupils and to suit the needs and earning styles of all pupils.
• Using varied methods of assessment to assess pupil progress
• Displaying high levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with children.
• Working effectively with Teaching Assistants to ensure children receive the best possible educational experience

About the School:

• The role is based in an inspirational PRU setting in Newcastle.
• The School supports pupils across the Secondary School age range who have SEMH and challenging behaviour

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay - Between £130-200 per day
• Hours - 08.30-16.00
• Contract - Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2026. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date - ASAP
• Location - Newcastle

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service but this is not essential as we can process a new one for you)
• QTS and Teaching experience in either SEND, Primary or Secondary School settings within the UK.
• Strong Behaviour Management skills
• Experience of utilising a range of methods to assess pupil progress
• Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to build rapport
• A positive and resilient attitude towards Teaching and work
• Experience of Teaching within the UK
• A genuine passion for Teaching and building relationships with pupils who face barriers to learning

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.

If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply ASAP as the School are looking to appoint promptly!

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