Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant

Do you have experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour?
We are currently looking to recruit two SEN Support Teaching Assistants to work in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) supporting pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.

• Provide consistent and supportive in-class behaviour support

• Work closely with pupils on a 1:1 and small group basis to develop engagement, regulation and social skills

• Support the delivery of lessons while helping manage behaviour and emotional needs

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disruption in mainstream education

• Experience working with young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH, or additional needs

• A calm, resilient, and confident approach

• The ability to de-escalate situations and maintain a positive learning environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• School experience not essential - backgrounds in youth work, care, mentoring, or alternative provision are welcome

• Competitive daily rate (via agency)

• Full-time, long-term opportunity in a supportive specialist setting

• Ongoing training and support from the agency

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people needing tailored support