Full job description

SEMH TeacherProspero Teaching is working with a specialist education provision in the Reading area to recruit a passionate and dedicated Teacher (QTS) for a permanent role starting in September.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified teacher looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people who benefit from a smaller, more personalised learning environment. The setting supports pupils who may have experienced barriers to learning in mainstream education and focuses on helping students re-engage with learning, develop confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.
The school welcomes applications from teachers across a range of subject specialisms and does not require previous experience working within an alternative provision. Full support will be provided for teachers who are interested in transitioning into a specialist setting.
The Role:*Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons across your subject specialism
*Support pupils with a range of educational, social, and emotional needs
*Build positive relationships that promote engagement and progress
*Adapt teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs
*Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
*Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to students
*Work collaboratively with support staff, pastoral teams, and families
*Create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment
*Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently
Ideal Candidate:*Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
*Passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential
*Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
*Confident adapting lessons to meet diverse learning needs
*Open to working within a specialist educational setting
*Teachers from all secondary subject specialisms are encouraged to apply
*ECTs with strong placement experience may also be considered
Contract Details:*Position: Teacher (QTS)
*Location: Reading
*Start Date: September
*Working Pattern: Full-time
*Contract Type: Permanent
*Pay Rate: £32,916 - £51,047 per annum (M1-U3)
*Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:*QTS required
*Alternative provision experience not essential
*Strong teaching experience or ECT placement experience welcomed
*Safeguarding training can be provided
*Enhanced DBS required
What Prospero Teaching Offers:*Free accredited CPD, including behaviour management and safeguarding
*Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
*Guidance throughout the recruitment and interview process
*Opportunities for continued professional development
*A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in young people’s lives
Apply now with your up-to-date CV.