Unqualified RS and Citizenship Teacher (PRU)

Job Description: Unqualified RS (Religious Studies) / Citizenship Teacher / SEMH Teacher

Location: London Borough of Greenwich

Where: PRU

Position Type: Monday to Friday contract post

Daily Rate: £130 - £160 a day (depending on experience)

Thriving & innovative Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) located in the Borough of Greenwich is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Unqualified RS (Religious Studies) and Citizenship Teacher or SEMH Teacher. This is a Monday to Friday ongoing long-term contract to start straight away.

This successful Unqualified RS Teacher (Religious Studies) / Citizenship Teacher / SEMH Teacher has experience teaching and supporting students with a range of needs, including ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health), and challenging behaviour. The successful unqualified will be responsible for delivering high-quality UK Curriculum education to Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4) students.

Class sizes are small, typically up to 7 children and young people. You would be supported by a number of Behaviour Teaching Assistants in your class.

• Strong knowledge and passion for Religious Studies and Citizenship.
• Experience working as either an unqualified RS and Citizenship teacher or SEMH Teacher who has covered at least one of these subjects.
• Experience working with students with ASD, SEMH, and behavioural challenges is highly desirable within a classroom setting.
• You live in easy commutable distance to the London Borough of Greenwich.
• You have an enhanced DBS or able to put a new one in process ASAP.
• Excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the varying needs of students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and improvement.
• Flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging RS and Citizenship lessons tailored to the individual needs of students.
• Develop and implement effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet the diverse needs of students with ASD, SEMH, and behavioural challenges.
• Assess students' progress and provide constructive feedback to support their academic and personal development.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and behaviour.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom culture that promotes respect and understanding of diverse perspectives.

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