PRU Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An amazing special needs school in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a dedicated PRU Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs in a Pupil Referral Unit. You will play a crucial part in preparing lesson materials and providing one-on-one or small group support. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in SEMH, possess relevant qualifications, and exhibit nurturing qualities. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH needs.
• Qualified Teaching Assistant or relevant SEMH background.

Responsibilities

• Assist in lesson material preparation and student support.
• Conduct assessments to understand students' needs.

Skills

Support for children with SEMH

Collaboration within SEMH Department

Flexibility

Effective communication

Nurturing and compassionate qualities

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Relevant SEMH Background

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Tools

PECS training

Makaton training

Job description

PRU Teaching Assistant

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Duration: Full time, on going

Salary: £85 – £100 per day

The School/role:

An amazing special needs school in Stoke-on-Trent are currently looking for a fulltime PRU Teaching assistant starting as soon as possible. The school is a Pupil Referral Unit with students SEMH this requires conducting thorough assessments to accurately identify and understand the social, emotional, and mental health needs of all pupils, ensuring that each individual’s unique challenges and strengths are recognised and addressed.

This will include supporting teachers with material preparation for lessons, assisting with displays and providing direct 1 on 1 or small group student support.

The ideal candidate for a PRU Teaching Assistant role should:

• Demonstrate experience or a strong interest in supporting children with SEMH
• Possess prior experience collaborating within the SEMH Department
• Exhibit flexibility, proactivity, and patience
• Show nurturing and compassionate qualities in their approaches
• Communicate effectively within a team

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEMH Background
• PECS and Makaton training/experience
• SEMH needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent school based references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service