At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with challenging behaviour and additional learning needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Leading Pupil Referral Unit focused on positive impact and student support.
- Benefits: Market-leading pay, 24/7 consultant support, and CPD training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to exceptional standards and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in youth work or SEND settings and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 28568 - 34916 £ per year.
Do you have experience in youth work, looking for work as a Teaching Assistant to work in alternative provision or Pupil referrals supporting young people with challenging behaviour and additional learning needs? We are working with a leading Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and several SEND/ALN schools to recruit confident, resilient, and passionate staff to support pupils aged with a wide range of complex needs. These roles suit candidates with experience in youth work, SEMH, challenging behaviour, alternative provision, or SEND classrooms. If you are calm under pressure, strong with boundaries, and motivated to make a positive impact, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career.
About the Role PRU & SEND Support
As a Youth Worker / ALN LSA / SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with:
- SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs)
- EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties)
- ADHD / ADD
- Challenging behaviour, including verbal or physical escalation
Daily responsibilities include:
- 1:1 support and small-group interventions
- Behaviour management and de-escalation
- Building positive relationships with pupils who need consistency
- Supporting learning, emotional regulation and personalised programmes
- Maintaining a calm, structured and supportive environment
Essential Requirements
To apply for this PRU Youth Worker or SEND/ALN Teaching Assistant role, you must have:
- At least 6 months experience supporting challenging young people
- Experience in PRUs, SEND settings, youth work or alternative education
- Strong written and spoken English
- Right to work in the UK
- A 5-year employment history with all gaps explained
- Two years of references, including one from an education or care setting
- Enhanced DBS (and overseas police checks if applicable)
- A resilient, patient and nurturing approach
Why Work With Us?
We offer some of the best benefits for SEN support staff and Youth Workers in education recruitment:
- Market-leading pay rates (experience dependent)
- PAYE payroll no hidden admin charges
- A dedicated consultant team available 24/7
- Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
- Access to My-Progression CPD training and certificates
- £100 referral bonus for recommending a friend (T&Cs apply)
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
Behaviour Support Assistant in Dinas Powys employer: TeacherActive
At TeacherActive, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values the contributions of every team member. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our nursery practitioners have ample opportunities for growth and advancement, all while working in the vibrant community of Lymm, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children in their formative years.
