Behavioural Classroom Support Worker

Reed; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated educational support provider is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Bristol-based Pupil Referral Unit. You will provide tailored learning support to children with SEMH and SEND needs in a nurturing environment. The role offers a pay of £14.92 per hour as temporary cover, with potential for a long-term placement for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a PRU, AP or similar specialist setting.
• Ability to support emotional regulation using trauma-informed approaches.
• Empathy and resilience in supporting vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs.
• Assist in the delivery of tailored learning activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and external agencies.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Building trusting relationships

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

Overview

Teaching Assistant – Specialist PRU Setting (Bristol)

Pay: £14.92 per hour Contract: Temporary Cover with Long-Term Opportunities Location: Bristol

Are you an experienced and compassionate support professional looking to make a difference in an alternative education setting? We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a Bristol-based Pupil Referral Unit, supporting pupils who require specialist provision outside of mainstream education.

About the Role

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people who present with a range of needs including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), and those at risk of exclusion. You’ll support learning, engagement, and emotional wellbeing in a structured, therapeutic environment.

This role is offered as temporary cover, with the potential for long-term placement for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs.
• Assist in the delivery of tailored learning activities under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Support pupils in managing behaviour and emotional regulation using trauma-informed approaches.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external agencies.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working in a PRU, AP (Alternative Provision), or similar specialist setting.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive education practices.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disrupted education.

Desirable Skills & Attributes

• Training in Team Teach, Makaton, or other relevant interventions.
• Knowledge of EHCPs and how to support individual learning plans.
• Resilience, empathy, and a proactive approach to supporting vulnerable learners.

If you’re ready to support pupils in a setting where every interaction matters, we’d love to hear from you.