Teaching Assistant. Job in Stockport Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency in Stockport is seeking a passionate Support Assistant to work with students facing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. This role involves providing tailored support in a Pupil Referral Unit, helping young individuals re-engage with learning and manage their behavior in a safe environment. Candidates should have experience with SEMH needs, flexibility, and excellent communication skills. Opportunities for ongoing training and potential progression into permanent roles are offered.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive agency expertise

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs or behavioural challenges.
• A patient, adaptable, and non-judgemental approach.
• Confidence in de-escalating behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Helping young people re-engage with learning.
• Managing behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils.

Job description

Overview

Support Assistant - Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), Stockport Make a real impact supporting young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs

Are you calm, resilient, and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning?

We are working with a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Stockport to recruit a Support Assistant to work with students who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. The role involves providing tailored academic and emotional support to young people with challenging behaviour, social-emotional needs, and often complex backgrounds.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference in a setting where every day is different and every interaction matters.

The Role

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Helping young people re-engage with learning in a safe, supportive environment
• Managing behaviour in a positive and consistent way
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or instability
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies

We\'re Looking For

• Experience working with young people with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or within alternative provision (desirable)
• A patient, adaptable, and non-judgemental approach
• Confidence in de-escalating behaviour and remaining calm under pressure
• A good sense of humour and strong communication skills
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive agency with expertise in SEND and alternative provision
• Opportunities to progress into permanent roles or further education-based training
• The chance to make a lasting impact on a young person\'s future

Ready to make a difference?
Apply now or get in touch to learn more about this unique and rewarding opportunity.

Please call Joanne on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)