PRU Teaching Assistant in Walsall

PRU Teaching Assistant

Location: Walsall, West Midlands (this location is not limited we have PRU based roles in Birmingham)

Duration: Full-time, temporary on-going

Start: ASAP

Daily Rate: £85-105 per day

The school:

Our client, a reputable alternative provision based in Walsall, is dedicated to providing specialised education and support for students aged 5-16 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. They are known for their nurturing and inclusive environment where every student is supported to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.

Job Summary:

We are currently recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated PRU Teaching Assistant to join our client’s team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the social, emotional, and academic progress, including assisting with behavior management and facilitating students’ reintegration into lessons. This will involve working collaboratively with their pastoral team, teachers, and external agencies.

What you need to do now:

If you’re interested in this role, contact Will at Balfor on 07856937972 or email your CV to will@balfor.co.uk

Responsibilities:

Individualized Support: Tailor support plans for students, addressing their unique academic and pastoral needs.

Academic Assistance: Provide targeted tutoring, study skills, and academic guidance to help students excel in their KS3 studies.

Behavioral Intervention: Implement effective strategies for managing and positively influencing student behavior, fostering a positive learning environment.

Emotional Well-being: Offer emotional support and counselling, creating a safe space for students to express themselves and develop coping mechanisms.

Collaboration: Work closely with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure a collaborative and integrated approach to student support.

Monitoring Progress: Regularly assess and monitor the academic and pastoral progress of students, adjusting support strategies as needed.

Transition Support: Facilitate smooth transitions for students, especially during key educational milestones.

Desired Candidate Qualities:

Empathy and Compassion: A genuine passion for supporting students, coupled with a compassionate approach to understanding and addressing their needs.

Effective Communication: Strong communication skills to engage with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering a collaborative support network.

Adaptability: Ability to adapt to the dynamic and varied needs of students in an alternative provision setting, with a flexible and proactive mindset.

Resilience: Demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges, maintaining a positive and optimistic outlook to inspire students and colleagues.

Team Player: Collaborative spirit with the ability to work effectively within a team of educators, support staff, and external partners.

Experience: Previous experience in a pastoral or pupil support role, especially in a KS3 setting, is highly desirable.

If you are ready to contribute to the success and well-being of students in a dynamic alternative provision, please submit your application ASAP. We look forward to welcoming a new team member dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our students.

Balfor Recruitment is an award-winning recruiter to the public, private and non-profit sectors for temporary, contract and permanent staffing. With over 20 years of proven success within the recruitment industry we can provide specialist staff in the following areas:

• SEN Teachers and Teaching Assistants
• Primary Teachers and Support Staff
• Secondary Teachers and Support Staff
• Nursery Nurses and Nursery Assistants
• FE Lecturers
• Note Takers
• BSL Signers
• Academic Support Workers and Dyslexia Tutors

What you’ll get in return:

As well as an attractive and competitive daily rate, you will gain experience of working within a school and a good insight into the education sector. We’re extremely proud to have been assisting schools in these areas for several years. You will also join our ‘refer a friend’ scheme where you could be entitled to receive £200 in vouchers.

You can also click “apply now” to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration.

If you feel this role isn’t right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Balfor are members of the REC. Candidates pay rates are in line with the AWR policy which means that after qualifying period supply teachers can be paid to scale.

Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Balfor Recruitment is committed to Safer Recruitment and any appointments made will be subject to employment checks including a DBS check.

Balfor Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.