PRU Teaching Assistant — Reconnect Young Minds

Senploy; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit in Oldham, Greater Manchester. You will support pupils with diverse SEND and SEMH needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group learning and helping re-engage them with education.

You'll work closely with teachers and pastoral staff, establishing clear routines, monitoring progress and de-escalating challenging situations. The role is full-time and paid at £115 per day.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in education or another relevant environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Confidence managing challenging situations.
• Clear and professional communication.
• Ability to establish boundaries without constantly creating confrontation.
• Flexibility when the original plan isn't working.
• A willingness to learn from experienced colleagues.
• A genuine commitment to helping young people re-engage with education.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level.
• Supporting students who may have gaps in their education.
• Encouraging engagement when motivation is low.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Recognising triggers and responding appropriately when situations arise.
• Helping establish clear, consistent routines and boundaries.
• Adapting activities around different learning and support needs.
• Encouraging communication, confidence and positive relationships.
• Monitoring engagement and progress and feeding back to teaching staff.
• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development alongside their academic learning.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider pastoral/support team.

Job description

Senploy is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit in Oldham, Greater Manchester. You will support pupils with diverse SEND and SEMH needs, delivering 1:1 and small-group learning and helping re-engage them with education.

You'll work closely with teachers and pastoral staff, establishing clear routines, monitoring progress and de-escalating challenging situations. The role is full-time and paid at £115 per day.