Impactful PRU Teaching Assistant — Support & Empower Students

Aspire People Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work in a PRU environment in Bolton, supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour. This full-time role runs five days a week, with a salary of £100 - £120 per day and a September start date.

You will help pupils manage their emotions and behaviour, encourage positive engagement in learning, and contribute to their personal development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a UK school - ideally a PRU or specialist school.
• Experience with children with challenging behaviour and additional needs.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach to managing behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and resilient attitude towards supporting pupils.
• Team Teach would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional struggles.
• Working with the school's SLT to discuss challenges and monitor progress.
• Supporting pupils academically and socially.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils to support their wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with challenging behaviour

Strong communication

Teamwork

Calm empathetic approach

Proactive and resilient

Team Teach advantageous

Job description

Aspire People are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work in a PRU environment in Bolton, supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour. This full-time role runs five days a week, with a salary of £100 - £120 per day and a September start date.

You will help pupils manage their emotions and behaviour, encourage positive engagement in learning, and contribute to their personal development.