Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency seeks PRU Teaching Assistants in Wakefield to support children with additional needs. Roles involve providing tailored support, ensuring a productive school experience, and fostering emotional well-being. Competitive pay and opportunities for further training are provided.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Free professional development training

Referral bonuses

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people within the last 2 years.
• References from previous roles required.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support groups and 1:1 with pupils focusing on emotional well-being.
• Adapt support strategies to meet various learning levels.
• Engage with children with complex needs and challenging behaviors.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Nurturing

Job description

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Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Teaching Assistant, Wakefield

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Vision for Education

Location:

Wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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About the role

Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Teaching Assistant

Wakefield

£90 - £115 Per Day Inclusive of Holiday Pay

Immediate Start, Temporary

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are recent experience obtained within the last 2 years, working with children or young people, ideally within a school, nursery, childcare, youth work, play or care setting. References from these roles are required.

The Role

Seeking additional PRU Teaching Assistants for specialist provisions supporting children with additional needs such as Challenging Behaviour, ASD, PMLD, MLD, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Work involves supporting groups and 1:1 with pupils of various ages and learning levels.

Your daily routine involves adapting and working alongside pupils to make their school experience beneficial and productive, focusing on support and emotional well-being.

Key qualities include a nurturing, patient, and empathetic attitude.

The School

This SEND school in Wakefield supports pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviors. It is accessible via public transport and offers ample parking. The school seeks caring staff who may progress to full-time or support roles with further experience and training.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people within the last 2 years.
• References from these roles are required.
• Hold or be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding and will conduct thorough checks and require an Enhanced DBS.

About Vision for Education

A leading education recruitment agency committed to the development of young people, with branches nationwide, offering high-quality teaching and support staff roles.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to conditions).
• Pension contributions.
• Compliance with AWR.
• Free professional development training (e.g., Team Teach, Autism Awareness, Safeguarding).
• Referral bonuses.
• Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant.

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