Alternative Education Teacher at Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Contract Type: Full-time, potential temp to perm 

Key Stages: KS3 and KS4
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people facing significant challenges in their education? We are looking for a committed and creative Alternative Education Teacher to join our dynamic team at a complex Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) based in Stockton.

About the provision
The PRU offers a vital educational lifeline to KS3 and KS4 pupils who are at risk of exclusion, have been permanently excluded, or are unable to attend mainstream school due to a variety of reasons, including physical or psychological illness.  They work closely with mainstream schools to broker alternative vocational provisions, ensuring that each pupil receives a tailored educational pathway that best supports their needs.

Your Role
As an Alternative Education Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and differentiated lessons to small groups of pupils who may have additional emotional, social, or behavioral needs.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment that fosters academic and personal growth.
• Collaborate with other staff to create individualized learning plans for each student.
• Engage with parents, carers, and external agencies to provide a holistic support system for each pupil.
• Work closely with vocational providers and mainstream schools to offer alternative educational routes for students.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience in working with students who face barriers to education, including those at risk of exclusion or those with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
• A strong commitment to supporting young people with complex needs in their learning journey.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to working with staff, families, and external partners.
• Resilience, empathy, and the ability to adapt to the needs of individual pupils.

What We Offer

• A supportive, inclusive, and dedicated team of professionals.
• Continuous professional development opportunities tailored to alternative education.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
• Access to a wide range of vocational and alternative educational provisions.

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic and adaptable teacher who is passionate about alternative education and supporting students in overcoming barriers to learning, we would love to hear from you!

Join us in creating brighter futures for young people who need it most.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.