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PRU Teaching AssistantLocation: Greenwich Contract type: Long term Start date: September 2025Salary: £100 - £120 per day PRU Teaching Assistant- role overview:Are you passionate about supporting young people who need a fresh start?A successful and inclusive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Greenwich is seeking a resilient and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students who have been excluded from mainstream education and require additional behavioural, emotional and academic support.PRU Teaching Assistant - key responsibilities:
- Work closely with students aged 11-16 with SEMH and behavioural needs
- Support learning across the curriculum in 1:1 and small group settings
- Assist in the development and implementation of individual support plans
- Help manage behaviour using de-escalation and restorative strategies
- Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and self-esteem
- Support staff in maintaining a calm, safe and structured environment
PRU Teaching Assistant - requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour
- A calm, empathetic and consistent approach to behaviour management
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, SEMH or SEND is highly desirable
- Relevant training (e.g. Team Teach) is a plus, but not essential
- A background in youth work, care, SEN, or education is advantageous
How to apply:If this PRU Teaching Assistant role sounds like something you would be interested in, please don't hesitate to apply via this advert. Carly Walters from Remedy will be in touch within 24 hours of application if you have been shortlisted.Remedy provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Remedy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
