KS3 PRU Teacher – Full-time, long-term temporary role from April 2026 until summer This school provides a calm, structured and supportive learning environment where pupils benefit from consistent routines, strong pastoral care and staff who understand their individual needs. Pupils respond positively to patient, purposeful teaching that helps them re-engage with learning, build confidence and make steady personal and academic progress. Leaders work collaboratively with staff to maintain high expectations and ensure pupils feel safe, respected and motivated. Duties as KS3 PRU Teacher: Teach KS3 pupils full time across multiple subjects as a generalist. Deliver engaging lessons adapted to SEMH needs and lower prior attainment. Teach within a small PRU setting with a focus on emotional regulation and positive relationships. Support pupils through consistent routines, structured behaviour strategies and targeted interventions. Plan and deliver differentiated activities appropriate to learning levels. Work collaboratively with support staff, pastoral teams and external professionals. Maintain calm, safe learning environments and promote positive behaviour. Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise pupil welfare. Ideal KS3 PRU Teacher: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or strong teaching experience. Previous experience teaching in a PRU or working with SEMH groups is essential. KS2 Primary Teachers with SEMH experience will be considered. Calm, resilient and confident managing challenging behaviour. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Able to motivate hard‑to‑reach pupils and build trusting relationships. Adaptable, proactive and committed to pupil development. Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being. Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!