PPA Teacher- Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

PPA Teacher - Dunstable - Immediate Start

Not every child finds school easy. Could you be the teacher who helps them find their way?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Dunstable looking for a resilient, adaptable and passionate PPA Teacher to support pupils with additional needs, including those who may display challenging behaviour.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher with experience working in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) who understands the importance of building positive relationships, setting clear boundaries and creating a safe, supportive learning environment where every pupil has the chance to succeed.
If you''re confident supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, SEND and challenging behaviours, we''d love to hear from you!

What you''ll be doing:

• Delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects and year groups to cover teachers'' PPA time
• Supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• Creating a structured, calm and consistent learning environment
• Using positive behaviour management strategies to encourage engagement and minimise disruption
• Adapting lessons and learning activities to meet pupils'' individual needs and abilities
• Building trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced barriers to learning
• Working collaboratively with school staff to maintain consistency and support pupils'' progress

We''re looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has previous experience working in a PRU or a similar alternative provision setting
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
• Is confident managing challenging situations calmly, fairly and consistently
• Can adapt their teaching style to engage pupils with a range of learning needs
• Is patient, resilient and passionate about helping every child reach their potential
• Can build positive relationships while maintaining clear expectations and boundaries

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly PAYE pay, with no umbrella company deductions
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College
• Support from a dedicated education consultant
• Opportunities to develop your experience across local schools and alternative provision settings

Interested?
If you''re an experienced teacher who thrives on helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and believes every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or contact Maria at the Tradewind Recruitment St Albans team at (url removed) to find out more about this PPA Teacher opportunity in Dunstable.

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