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Teaching Assistant - Pupil Referral Unit

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Bootle, Merseyside L206NT, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A Pupil Referral Unit in Sefton is looking for compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team.
  • The role involves providing 1:1 or small group support for pupils with social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, particularly those with special educational needs.
  • Candidates should have experience working with children or young people, especially those with SEMH or additional needs, and must demonstrate strong behavior management and communication skills.
  • The position offers competitive pay and ongoing professional development opportunities in a supportive team environment.
  • Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have relevant experience and a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people.

Inspire Change. Support Growth. Make a Difference.A Pupil rererral unit based in Sefton, is seeking compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive setting where no two days are the same - and every day makes a real difference.

About Us:

The school is a specialist setting providing education and support for pupils who are not currently accessing mainstream education. Pupils often face social, emotional, or behavioural challenges, and many have special educational needs. The school aims to re-engage them in learning, help them develop key skills, and support their journey toward positive outcomes.

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to:

  • Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils across KS3 and KS4.

  • Help deliver personalised learning and behaviour strategies.

  • Support pupils' social and emotional development.

  • Build positive relationships with pupils who may have experienced trauma or disruption in their education.

  • Contribute to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

We're Looking For:
  • Experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEMH or additional needs.

  • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.

  • Strong behaviour management and excellent communication skills.

  • A team player who is also confident working independently.

  • A willingness to learn and undertake relevant CPD.

What We Offer:
  • A welcoming and supportive team environment.

  • Ongoing professional development and training.

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • The chance to be part of a team that changes lives every day.

If you are passionate about supporting young people to succeed against the odds, we want to hear from you.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.