Job description
Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for a passionate and experienced Science Teacher to join a dedicated SEN school in South West Streatham starting September 2025.
This long-term opportunity is ideal for a qualified Science Teacher who is enthusiastic about supporting young people with special educational needs (SEN) and challenging behaviour within a personalised and supportive learning environment.
Job Details:
· Role: Science Class Teacher
· Setting: SEN School
· Location: Southwest, Streatham
· Start Date: September 2025
· Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
· Type: Long-term position
· Pay: According to your teaching scale
About the School:
This is a mixed-gender, state-funded specialist provision for students aged 11-19, with a focus on Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many learners also have Autism Spectrum Conditions and may present with challenging behaviour.
The school provides a highly personalised curriculum, offering academic qualifications (GCSEs, Functional Skills, Entry Levels) alongside vocational pathways in areas such as catering, construction, and creative arts. Class sizes are small, with a high staff-to-student ratio to ensure individualised support.
Key School Features:
· Type: Academy Special School
· Age Range: 11-19
· Gender: Mixed
· Curriculum: Academic & vocational pathways
· Ofsted: Rated Good across all areas
Requirements:
· UK-recognised teaching qualification (, QTS, QTLS, or PGCE in Science or related subject)
· Experience teaching Science in a SEN or alternative provision setting (preferred)
· Strong classroom management skills, especially with students with SEMH and Autism
· Right to Work in the UK
· Enhanced Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service
· Two references covering the past two years
Interested?
Call 020 7404 6383 – Option 1, then Option 3 for Lale on the SEN West Team
Or reply to this message with your updated CV
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Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and complete all relevant safeguarding and vetting checks. All adults working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.
Prospero Teaching can offer:
· Accredited CPD courses including Behaviour Management and Safeguarding
· Ongoing support and development from our in-house Training and Development Team