PRU Teaching Assistant

PRU Teaching Assistant – Borough of Lewisham – Secondary PRU – September 2025 Start – £89-£115 Per Day – Full-Time – Alternative Provision Setting * PRU Teaching Assistant required in Lewisham * PRU Teaching Assistant required Immediate * PRU Teaching Assistant required 1:1 support and small groups * PRU Teaching assistant required to undergo Enhanced DBS check Are you experienced in supporting children who are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education? Do you have a passion for supporting young people with challenging behaviour and mental health needs? Would you be open to working in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) environment? If you answered yes to the above, this PRU Teaching Assistant role could be exactly what you’re looking for! The Role – PRU Teaching Assistant We’re looking for a proactive and empathetic PRU Teaching Assistant to join a supportive PRU in Lewisham. This role involves working closely with students aged 11-16 who have been referred to the provision due to behavioural challenges, trauma, or learning needs that cannot be met in mainstream education. As a PRU Teaching Assistant, you will provide focused 1:1 support and work with small groups to help students manage their behaviour, re-engage with learning, and build confidence. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting young people with SEMH, ADHD, trauma-related behaviour, and additional educational or m…