·         PRU Class Teacher (Primary Phase Teacher)·         Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

• Lewisham
• Salary: Main Pay Scale SEN Allowance (UPS considered)
• Start: January 2026

A high-performing Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in the London Borough of Lewisham is seeking an inspiring and resilient Primary Phase Class Teacher to work with Year 7 and Year 8 intervention students. The provision offers a unique approach to education, built on vocational and integrated learning models, and students consistently achieve beyond expectations across all Key Stages.

The Role

The appointed teacher will:

• Deliver a KS2-style curriculum, including core subjects such as English, Maths and Science, tailored to the needs of younger learners working in a secondary setting.
• Plan and teach engaging lessons that support re-engagement, confidence and accelerated progress.
• Differentiate learning effectively and work collaboratively with support staff to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with SEND and EAL.
• Assess, monitor, record and report on pupil progress, setting clear, achievable targets.
• Promote positive behaviour, mutual respect and a supportive, inclusive learning environment.
• Build constructive relationships with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives, curriculum development and safeguarding practice.
• Engage fully in professional development and reflective practice.

The Setting

This PRU provides a safe, inclusive and aspirational environment for young people who require an alternative pathway. Staff work collaboratively with a strong moral purpose, aiming to secure the best outcomes for every student through personalised learning, high expectations and a focus on personal development and resilience.

Person Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS and have successful experience teaching Key Stage 2, with a preference for experience in Years 5 and 6.
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management and strong communication skills.
• Have a thorough understanding of safeguarding, inclusive practice and the needs of vulnerable learners.
• Be able to motivate, inspire and support students to exceed expectations.
• Use assessment, data and IT effectively to raise standards.

Experience in alternative or specialist settings is advantageous but not essential.

 

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.