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Core Teachers with SEN/PRU Experience Wanted!
 
Are you a qualified English or Maths Teacher with a calm, compassionate approach and experience supporting students with additional needs?
We’re recruiting on behalf of a welcoming, supportive provision in Wigan (WN2), and they’re seeking dedicated Core Subject Teachers—specifically English Teachers and Maths Teachers—to join their team.
 
Position: English Teacher or Maths Teacher
Location: Wigan (WN2)
Start Date: Immediate
Pay Rate: £160–£230 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
 
Ofsted Insight:
In the most recent Ofsted inspection (2023), this specialist setting was graded “Good”, with inspectors noting that “pupils feel safe, respected, and supported to succeed.”
They also praised the strong pastoral support, positive relationships, and the team’s dedication to inclusive education.
 
About the Role:
This opportunity is perfect for strong English or Maths Teachers who excel in SEN or PRU settings and are confident teaching students with SEMH needs, learning difficulties, or educational gaps. You will work in a structured yet nurturing environment, delivering high-quality lessons that are both stimulating and accessible.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver differentiated English or Maths lessons tailored to individual needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils build confidence and close learning gaps.
• Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to support pupils with complex behavioural or emotional needs.
• Track academic progress, set targets, and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Foster trusting, positive relationships with pupils to create a safe, inclusive learning space.
• Collaborate with SENCOs, teaching assistants, behaviour mentors, and other professionals.
• Participate in EHCP reviews, behaviour plans, and pastoral strategies.
• Encourage high expectations around effort, respect, and resilience.

 
About the Provision:
This specialist provision in Wigan provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment for pupils who have struggled in mainstream settings. Staff focus on re-engaging learners, enhancing self-belief, and developing essential life skills to help students thrive.
 
What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE.
• Strong subject knowledge in Secondary English and/or Maths.
• Essential experience in SEN, PRU, or alternative provision.
• Excellent behaviour management and ability to build trust with vulnerable learners.
• Reflective, proactive attitude and genuine passion for inclusive education.
• Current enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

 
Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work that transforms young lives through education.
• Competitive daily rates with transparent pay policy.
• Full support from a specialist education consultant who understands SEN settings.
• Access to CPD, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to transition into a long-term or permanent role within a growing, respected provision.

 
Apply Now or contact Sarah at sarah@smile-education.co.uk to make a real difference in the lives of young people who need it most.
 
Please note: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship.
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo strict vetting, including enhanced DBS checks, references, and qualifications verification.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.