- Do you have a keen interest in supporting children and young people who are at risk of permanent exclusion?
- Are you an aspiring Teacher or Psychologist who is looking for experience in a Pupil Referral Unit, which offers fantastic training and development opportunities?
- Are you looking for a full-time role making a genuine difference every day?
WhoFoundWho is partnered with Pupil Referral Units and SEMH provisions across London, which are looking to recruit PRU Teaching Assistants to join their friendly, motivated teams.
As a PRU Teaching Assistant, you must be enthusiastic, reliable and resilient. It is a job that offers incredible rewards and opens doors to a range of exciting careers, however it can also be challenging!
Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) cater for children and young people who are not able to attend schools for a range of reasons, usually relating to engagement and behavioural issues, illness and/or social emotional mental health needs such as anxiety, school phobia and/or trauma.
PRUs provide an alternative education setting to students not in mainstream school and make adjustments to support a range of needs and individual requirements. Students often have access to a range of therapists, including counsellors as well as small class sizes, a high level of support, reduced school hours, an amended curriculum and a highly experienced team of specialist staff.
Job Details
- Full-time (Monday to Friday)
- Long-term contract (until July ’24 at least)
- Term-time only role
- £450 – £550 per week with a pay review after 12 weeks
- Must hold a DBS certificate on the update service (or be happy to apply for one at your own cost)
- Must have Right to Work in the UK
- Must be able to provide 2 good references
About the Successful PRU Teaching Assistant:
- Previous experience as a PRU Teaching Assistant, ideally in a specialist education setting
- Strong demonstrable experience of behaviour management and de-escalation
- A good understanding of social emotional mental health needs
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain rapport, while maintaining appropriate boundaries at all times
- Safeguarding knowledge and certificate
- Has CPD and relevant certificates and is willing to further their professional development and practice
- Is quick-thinking, empathetic, patient and able to remain calm in high-pressure situations
- Dynamic and flexible
If you are interested in the role, please apply today with a full up-to-date CV. Ensure you answer all questions and match the person specification to be considered for the PRU Teaching Assistant position.
I look forward to receiving your application – good luck!
Job Features
Job Category
Primary, Secondary, SEND
Year group
Nursery / Reception / KS1 / KS2 / KS3 / KS4 / KS5 / SEND
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