Behaviour Support Assistant

Behaviour Support Assistant – Pupil Referral Unit (PRU), Bargoed & Caerphilly

Location: Bargoed, Caerphilly
Hours: Monday–Friday | 08:30 – 15:00 | Term-Time Only
Pay: £90 per day
Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026

Are you driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people?
We’re delighted to be supporting a dedicated Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Caerphilly as they seek a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Behaviour Support Assistant to join their team.

This is an incredible opportunity for someone who thrives in a nurturing, pupil-centred environment and is passionate about helping every learner reach their full potential.

Why This Role Matters

Working in a PRU means making a direct, lasting impact. You’ll support students who may have faced challenges in mainstream education, offering them stability, encouragement, and the tools they need to succeed. Every day brings new opportunities to empower young people, celebrate progress, and inspire confidence—both academically and personally.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support learners aged 11–18 through 1:1 sessions and small group work

• Work closely with teaching staff to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences

• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social development

• Provide tailored support for students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including:

  • ASD

  • ADHD

  • Dyslexia

  • Social, emotional, and behavioural needs (SEBD)

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with ALN or behavioural challenges

• A background in roles such as:
  Youth work, classroom support, behaviour support, mentoring, coaching, sports leadership (football, rugby, boxing), police, prison service, army/cadets, teaching assistant roles

• Confidence using positive behaviour strategies to boost engagement and learning

• A genuine passion for helping young people who may not thrive in mainstream school settings

What You’ll Gain

✔ Work–Life Balance

Term-time only, consistent weekday hours.

✔ A Supportive Team

Join a skilled, collaborative group of educators, mentors, and support staff.

✔ Real Impact

Be part of meaningful, life-changing progress for pupils who need you most.

✔ Professional Development (Fully Funded)

Access nationally recognised training, including:

• Level 2 Safeguarding & Keeping Children Safe in Education

• Positive Behaviour Management & The Thrive Approach

• SEND Diploma

• Future opportunities: TeamTeach & Cover Supervisor training

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education or support career—and want to work where your contribution truly matters—we’d love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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