Teaching Assistant (PRU)

Education World; Newcastle; On-site; ZAR 405 000 - 496 000; Part time

Job summary

A local education recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Teaching Assistant for a Pupil Referral Unit in Newcastle. The role involves supporting students' academic and social development, assisting in lesson planning, and managing student behaviour. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience with challenging students. This full-time temporary position offers excellent pay rates and support from experienced professionals.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Expert advice and guidance from ex-teachers

Flexible work to fit around personal commitments

Paid work opportunities during school holidays

Uncapped referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-age students in a PRU or similar setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with their academic and social development.
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with diverse needs.
• Help manage student behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure the best outcomes for students.

Skills

Strong behaviour management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Patience and resilience

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant status (Level 2 or above)

Job description

Qualified Teaching Assistant - PRU in Newcastle

Location :

Newcastle upon Tyne

Setting :

Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

Start Date :

ASAP

Age Group :

Secondary

Job Description :

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit in Newcastle where young people are given a fresh start providing an opportunity for them to return to mainstream education where possible. The successful candidate will work with secondary-age students providing essential support and guidance in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

The Role :

• Full Time Monday to Friday
• Working 8-4
• Based on site in Newcastle

Key Responsibilities :

• Support students with their academic and social development
• Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with diverse needs
• Help manage student behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure the best outcomes for students

Requirements :

• Qualified Teaching Assistant status ( Level 2 or above )
• Experience working with secondary-age students in a PRU or similar setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Patience resilience and a passion for supporting challenging students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

If you are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people and thrive in a dynamic environment we encourage you to apply for this position.

Why Work For Education World :

• Long and established partnerships with many local schools.
• Excellent rates of pay (PAYE we do not use umbrella companies).
• Expert advice and guidance from our friendly team many of whom are ex-teachers themselves!
• Round-the-clock support from your dedicated consultant.
• Exciting opportunities to gain paid work in many different schools key stages and areas.
• Flexible work to fit around any personal commitments.
• Paid work opportunities during school holidays.
• Uncapped referral bonuses every time you refer another education professional to us (TsCs apply).
• Access to specially discounted CPD courses.

Education World is a local education recruitment agency renowned for outstanding service by both our supply staff and partner schools alike. We are people-focused-people and are dedicated to connecting education professionals with the schools and the roles that they want. We are proud to be working in partnership with schools throughout the North East to help them to fill their day-to-day short and long-term roles.

Education World is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Education World is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children in education and ensure all safeguarding and compliance checks are carried out in‑line with REC guidelines. Feel free to visit our Trustpilot page to read first‑hand reviews of our outstanding service from EW supply staff past and present (were currently rated 4.9 / 5 stars).

To apply or for more information please get in touch with Lucy Foster.

Employment Type :

Temp

Vacancy :

1