We are seeking a committed, resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our Primary Pupil Referral Unit, supporting children who have experienced significant barriers to education and who require a specialist, nurturing environment to help them re-engage with learning.
Our pupils may present with complex social, emotional and behavioural needs. Some have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences, disrupted education, or difficulties regulating their emotions. Behaviour can at times be challenging, and no two days are ever the same.
This role is not for everyone.
We are looking for someone who can remain calm when others are not, build positive relationships with children who may initially reject support, and see beyond behaviour to understand the unmet needs driving it.
The Person We Are Looking For
It is essential you have experience working with young people ages 4-11 as well as experience supporting individuals with behavioural challenges.
You will be:
- Exceptionally patient and emotionally resilient.
- Calm under pressure and able to maintain professional boundaries.
- Positive, optimistic and able to find success in small steps.
- Consistent and reliable, even on difficult days.
- Confident working with children who may display challenging behaviour.
- Skilled at building trust and meaningful relationships.
- Reflective, adaptable and willing to learn.
- Able to work as part of a close-knit, supportive team.
- Passionate about helping children overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
Most importantly, you will believe that every child deserves a fresh start, regardless of their past experiences or current challenges.
The Role
You will:
- Support pupils in the classroom and during structured interventions.
- Help children develop emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviours.
- Build strong relationships that encourage engagement and attendance.
- Work alongside teachers and other professionals to deliver personalised support.
- Promote a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
- Celebrate progress, no matter how small.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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