PRU Teaching Assistant

PRU Teaching Assistant - Merthyr Tydfil | Ad-hoc opportunities

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge? Academics are currently recruiting PRU Teaching Assistants for a school in Merthyr Tydfil, offering a range of flexible supply opportunities from day-to-day, ad-hoc bookings to short-term and long-term placements.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour who understands the importance of trauma-informed practice and building positive relationships with young people.

The Role

As a PRU Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs

Working with primary and secondary-aged pupils

Supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour

Using trauma-informed approaches to build trust and positive relationships

Encouraging emotional regulation and positive behaviour

Helping pupils engage with learning and classroom activities

Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required

Working closely with teachers and other school staff

Helping create a safe, calm and supportive learning environment

Following individual support plans and behaviour strategies

Maintaining safeguarding standards and school procedures

We're Looking For as a PRU Teaching Assistant

Previous experience working with pupils with challenging behaviour

An understanding of trauma-informed practice

Experience supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs is desirable

Flexibility and confidence adapting to different situations

A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning

Flexible Opportunities Available

The school regularly uses supply staff and offers a variety of bookings, including:

Day-to-day and ad-hoc supply work

Short-term placements

Long-term vacancies

Opportunities with varying hours to suit different availability

Experience supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils

Whether you're looking for occasional supply days or a more consistent long-term role, registering with Academics gives you access to opportunities that can suit your experience and preferences within Merthyr Tydfil.

Pay & Requirements

£95 per day

Paid weekly

Enhanced DBS - essential

EWC registration - essential

Why Register With Academics?

By registering with Academics, you can access a range of opportunities within a specialist setting, with support from a dedicated consultant who will work with you to understand your experience, availability and preferred working pattern.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed