PRU Teaching Assistant

PRU Teaching Assistant – Redbridge | SEMH | Behaviour Have you worked with young people who have struggled in mainstream education? A Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Redbridge is looking for a resilient and committed Teaching Assistant to support young people who may have experienced exclusion, disengagement, challenging behaviour or difficulties accessing mainstream education. This isn't a role for someone who expects every day to be straightforward.

It's for someone who understands that building trust, setting clear boundaries and giving a young person another chance can be the first step towards getting them back on track.

The Role Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis Help young people re-engage with education Build positive relationships with students who may be resistant to support Support learning across the curriculum Manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently Help pupils develop emotional regulation and positive coping strategies Support students during lessons, transitions and less structured periods Encourage attendance, engagement, confidence and resilience Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff Contribute to a safe, structured and positive environment Who We're Looking For You could be an experienced: PRU / AP Teaching Assistant SEN Teaching Assistant Behaviour Mentor Learning Support Assistant Youth Worker Sports Coach Support Worker Previous PRU or SEMH experience is highly desirable, but it's not the only thing we're looking for.

If you're resilient, confident around challenging behaviour, able to maintain boundaries and genuinely want to help young people who have struggled in mainstream education, we'd like to hear from you. Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them to us — successful referrals are rewarded.

Location:

Redbridge Role: PRU Teaching Assistant

Contract:

Full-time, long-term Start: ASAP