Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) Teaching Assistant. Job in Picton Education & Training Jobs

Vision for Education - Teesside - SEND; Picton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency seeks a PRU Teaching Assistant to support students in Pupil Referral Units. The role involves assisting pupils aged 11-16 with emotional and behavioral challenges, fostering a safe learning environment, and building positive relationships. Opportunities for permanent placement may arise after a qualifying period.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Ability to facilitate a safe and positive learning environment.
• Desire to mentor and engage with students.

Responsibilities

• Support classes by assisting pupils in overcoming barriers to learning.
• Build strong relationships with pupils quickly.

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation techniques

Relationship building

Job description

PRU Teaching Assistant

Kirklevington

£85-£95 per day

Start date: September 2025

About the role

Do you have a passion for supporting children who require help managing their emotions? Are you interested in making a difference to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds? Vision for Education is looking to appoint a PRU Teaching Assistant to work in Pupil Referral Units and Alternative Provisions in and around Kirklevington.

• You will support classes by assisting pupils in overcoming barriers to learning and dealing with behavioural issues.
• Pupils are aged 11-16 with EHCPs for Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs, as well as associated needs such as Autism.
• You will need to build strong relationships with pupils quickly, based on fun, honesty, consistency, positive reinforcement, and respect.
• There are opportunities for the role to become permanent after a qualifying period.

About the school

• The schools offer broad curricula based on children’s needs and interests, including vocational learning opportunities.
• Lessons are conducted in small groups of no more than 8 pupils.
• Pupils are either permanently excluded or at high risk of exclusion from mainstream schools but many re-engage successfully or gain academic success within the provision.
• Some pupils may display verbal or physical challenging behaviours; therefore, strong de-escalation and behaviour management skills are essential.

Requirements

The desired PRU Teaching Assistant will have:

• The ability to facilitate a safe and positive learning environment and de-escalate threatening or aggressive behaviour.
• A desire to mentor and engage with students, building positive relationships.

What we offer

As a PRU Teaching Assistant with us, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid via the PAYE system (subject to your experience, role, and qualifications, discussed at registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD opportunities for professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

We are a leading education supply agency committed to developing young people. With branches nationwide, we are an employer of choice for high-quality educators.

We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and welcome applications from all communities.

The Edwin Group was named a Top 10 UK employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, rated 'Excellent' across all categories, with industry-leading employee engagement.

How to apply

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, call us at (phone number removed) or email (url removed).