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Teacher (QTS) – Oldham, Greater Manchester

We are recruiting a resilient and committed PRU Teacher (QTS) to work within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Oldham. This role is ideal for a qualified teacher with a strong interest in behaviour support, trauma-informed practice and inclusive education.

You will support pupils who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion, delivering structured, engaging learning that promotes re-engagement, emotional regulation and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated lessons aligned with the secondary curriculum and individual learning needs.

• Support pupils with SEMH needs, challenging behaviour and barriers to learning.

• Create a calm, consistent and structured classroom environment.

• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

• Contribute to individual support plans, behaviour plans and EHCP targets where applicable.

• Work closely with pastoral teams, SENCOs, teaching assistants and external agencies.

• Monitor progress and engagement through accurate record-keeping.

• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and professional practice.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Experience teaching secondary-age pupils (mainstream, PRU or alternative provision).

• Strong behaviour-management skills.

• Calm, consistent and trauma-informed approach.

• Full availability Monday–Friday during school hours.

Preferred (Not Essential)

• Experience in PRUs, SEMH settings or alternative provision.

• Ability to deliver functional skills or life-skills learning.

Vetting & Compliance

• Two years of employment references.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (support available).

• Overseas Police checks if applicable.

Due to the nature of the role, applications from outside the UK cannot be considered.

How to Apply

Apply with an up-to-date CV. A member of our team will be in touch regarding next steps.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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