PRU Teaching Assistant

Academics; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics is recruiting PRU Teaching Assistants for a school in Merthyr Tydfil. The role covers day-to-day and short- to long-term supply, with emphasis on pupils with challenging behaviour and trauma-informed practice.

You will support pupils across primary and secondary levels, helping them engage with learning and maintain a calm, supportive classroom environment. DBS and EWC registration are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Understanding trauma-informed approaches.
• Ability to adapt to different situations.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Work with primary and secondary-aged pupils.
• Support pupils who display challenging behaviour.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to build trust.
• Encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support as required.
• Work closely with teachers and school staff.
• Help create a safe, calm learning environment.
• Follow individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Maintain safeguarding standards and school procedures.

Skills

Challenging behaviour experience

Trauma-informed practice

Adaptability

Passion for helping pupils

Job description

PRU Teaching Assistant - Merthyr Tydfil Ad-hoc opportunities

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge? Academics are currently recruiting PRU Teaching Assistants for a school in Merthyr Tydfil, offering a range of flexible supply opportunities from day-to-day, ad-hoc bookings to short-term and long-term placements.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour who understands the importance of trauma-informed practice and building positive relationships with young people.

The Role

As a PRU Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs

• Working with primary and secondary-aged pupils

• Supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour

• Using trauma-informed approaches to build trust and positive relationships

• Encouraging emotional regulation and positive behaviour

• Helping pupils engage with learning and classroom activities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required

• Working closely with teachers and other school staff

• Helping create a safe, calm and supportive learning environment

• Following individual support plans and behaviour strategies

• Maintaining safeguarding standards and school procedures

We're Looking For as a PRU Teaching Assistant

• Previous experience working with pupils with challenging behaviour

• An understanding of trauma-informed practice

• Experience supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs is desirable

• Flexibility and confidence adapting to different situations

• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning

Flexible Opportunities Available

The school regularly uses supply staff and offers a variety of bookings, including:

• Day-to-day and ad-hoc supply work

• Short-term placements

• Long-term vacancies

• Opportunities with varying hours to suit different availability

• Experience supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils

Whether you're looking for occasional supply days or a more consistent long-term role, registering with Academics gives you access to opportunities that can suit your experience and preferences within Merthyr Tydfil.

Pay & Requirements

• 95 per day

• Paid weekly

• Enhanced DBS - essential

• EWC registration - essential

Why Register With Academics?

By registering with Academics, you can access a range of opportunities within a specialist setting, with support from a dedicated consultant who will work with you to understand your experience, availability and preferred working pattern.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.