Job Type: Full time
Job Location: Dagenham
School Setting: Pupil Referral Unit
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
REF: SENDIRECT/191633
Rate: £80 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
Hours: 8:30 – 15:30
Start Date: Immediately
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated PRU Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit in Dagenham. This full-time role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, supporting students who may face behavioural or emotional challenges.
As a PRU Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students re-engage with learning, working closely with teachers to support their academic and social development. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, offering a pathway for career progression in a rewarding educational setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide targeted one-to-one and group support to students in a Pupil Referral Unit.
- Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
- Help students manage their emotions and behaviours in a structured and supportive environment.
- Monitor and report on student progress, behaviour, and engagement.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages personal growth.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience in a Pupil Referral Unit or working with students with behavioural challenges is desirable.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
About SENDirect:
At SENDirect, we specialise in connecting passionate professionals with schools that provide inclusive and supportive environments for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our mission is to ensure schools have the right staff while supporting the professional growth of our candidates.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo comprehensive vetting checks in accordance with our Safeguarding, Recruitment, and Vetting Policy.
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