Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant who is confident supporting young people with challenging behaviour?

Do you have experience working with pupils with SEMH, behavioural or additional learning needs?

Are you resilient, patient and able to build positive relationships with pupils who may have struggled within mainstream education?

TeacherActive is working with a secondary-aged Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Aberdare that is looking for a committed Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis, currently until October half term.

The successful LSA will support secondary-aged pupils who require additional behavioural, emotional and educational support. You will work alongside experienced teaching and pastoral staff to help pupils remain engaged in their learning, manage challenging situations appropriately and provide a consistent, positive presence throughout the school day.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will:

• Have previous experience supporting young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH or additional learning needs
• Be confident working within a PRU or alternative provision environment
• Have strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Be resilient, patient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Build positive and professional relationships with pupils
• Be committed to supporting pupils with both their academic progress and personal development

Experience within a PRU is highly desirable; however, candidates from youth work, support work, residential care or other challenging educational settings are also encouraged to apply.

Pay: £90 per day

If you are passionate about supporting young people and are looking for a rewarding role within an alternative education setting in Aberdare, apply today!