SEMH Teacher - Science / Art / DT Location: Gloucester Contract: Full-time, ongoing (potential for permanent) Start Date: September Pay: £150-£180 per day (including holiday pay)
Five Education is seeking a qualified, passionate, and resilient Teacher to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Gloucester from September. The role is open to subject specialists in Science, Art, or Design Technology, with flexibility depending on the candidate's background and experience.
This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity to work with Key Stage 3 and 4 students who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. Many of the students present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and some may have additional diagnoses such as ASD, ADHD, or trauma-related behaviours.
The Role: - Deliver engaging and accessible lessons in Science, Art, or DT to small groups of students - Adapt teaching strategies to support pupils with complex behavioural and emotional needs - Build strong, trusting relationships and model positive behaviour - Work collaboratively with TAs, therapists, and senior leadership - Contribute to a trauma-informed, inclusive and restorative learning environment
Essential Criteria: - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Experience working with students with SEMH or in alternative provisions - A subject background in Science, Art, or Design Technology - Behaviour management skills that reflect current theory and research - Resilience, adaptability, and a nurturing approach
Desirable: - Team Teach or other de-escalation training - Experience with trauma-informed practice - Experience working with KS4 and delivering functional skills or Entry Level qualifications
Want to become a qualified TA or gain further skills in SEND? We're working in partnership with a training provider offering a fully funded Level 2 Teaching Assistant course. On successful completion, you will gain:
- NCFE Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools & Colleges - Level 1 Award in Securing Employment - Level 1 Certificate in Personal Social Skills - Level 1 Award in Personal Resilience & Perseverance - Level 1 Certificate in Securing Progression
This intensive course is a great way to begin or build on your career in education. Contact us to register your interest.
What can Five Education offer you?
-Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences -Free specialist training (Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, etc.) -Recommend a friend bonus scheme (£150) -Refunded DBS cost after working 20 days -Guaranteed work scheme for stability and peace of mind -Specialist support and mentoring throughout your placement
Pay Five Education operates a PAYE payroll - the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin charges or employer's NI. Please note, pay rate is illustrative and includes holiday pay.
Vetting Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo checks including reference and TRA checks. If you do not have a non-voluntary enhanced DBS on the update service, a new DBS will need to be processed at a cost of £62.70, refunded after 20 days of work and once registered to the update service.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented at this level.
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