Learning Support Assistant (Pupil Referral Units)

TeacherActive; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD courses and My-Progression access

Market leading pay rates

TeacherActive Referral Scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work in a Cardiff Pupil Referral Unit (PRU). The role is full-time and temporary, starting ASAP and continuing until Christmas.

You will support secondary-aged pupils with additional learning needs, help them engage with lessons and access the curriculum in a structured environment. The successful candidate will have experience with secondary learners, safeguarding knowledge, strong behaviour management and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with additional learning needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within a secondary-aged class and help them engage with learning.
• Assist with managing pupil behaviour and ensuring access to the curriculum.
• Contribute to maintaining a structured learning environment.
• Support team collaboration with staff and consultants.

Skills

Pupil support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Relationship building

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (Pupil Referral Units)

Do you have experience supporting secondary-aged pupils with additional learning needs?

Are you confident supporting young people who may display challenging behaviour?

Do you have a patient, resilient and positive approach to learning?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a Pupil Referral Unit / PRU in Cardiff with good transport links, who are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The PRU provides education and support for secondary-aged pupils who require additional guidance and a structured learning environment.

The PRU is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant / LSA on a full-time, temporary basis starting ASAP and continuing until Christmas. The successful Learning Support Assistant will support pupils within a secondary-aged class, helping them engage with learning, manage their behaviour and access the curriculum effectively.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience working with secondary-aged children or young people
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs and/or challenging behaviour
• A good understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.