Full Time PRU Teaching Assistant in Merthyr Tydfil

Are you experienced in supporting children who struggle in mainstream education? Do you have a background in behaviour support, SEMH, youth work, care, or alternative education settings? Teaching Personnel is working alongside a specialist primary education provision in Merthyr Tydfil that supports pupils who require additional behavioural and emotional support to succeed in education. We are seeking a committed and resilient Learning & Behaviour Mentor to join their team on a full-time basis. This role would suit individuals who are passionate about helping vulnerable children overcome barriers to learning while building confidence, emotional resilience, and positive relationships.

The Opportunity

• You'll work closely with primary-aged pupils who have been referred to a specialist setting due to behavioural, social, emotional, or attendance-related challenges.
• No two days are the same.
• You'll play a vital role in helping children regulate their emotions, develop positive coping strategies, and engage positively in school life.

Key responsibilities

• Providing individual mentoring and targeted support sessions
• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties
• Building trusting relationships with children who have experienced challenges in education
• Encouraging engagement with classroom activities and learning tasks
• Supporting emotional regulation using positive behaviour approaches
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and pastoral teams
• Promoting a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment
• Recording progress and contributing to pupil support plans

Who We're Looking For

• We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:
• Primary PRUs
• Behaviour support roles
• Alternative education provisions
• SEMH settings
• SEN schools
• Youth work
• Residential childcare
• Sports coaching
• Family support services
• Social care environments

Successful applicants will be:

• Calm, patient and professional
• Confident managing challenging behaviours
• Able to build positive relationships quickly
• Resilient and adaptable
• Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people
• Strong team players with excellent communication skills

Why Work With Teaching Personnel?

We believe support staff deserve the same investment as the pupils they support. As part of our team you'll receive:

• Competitive daily pay of £93
• Weekly PAYE payments
• Free CPD and professional development courses
• Specialist behaviour management training
• Access to long-term and permanent school opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Opportunities across Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf and surrounding areas

Requirements

To be considered for this position you'll need:

• Relevant experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• EWC Registration as a School Learning Support Worker (or willingness to register)
• Two professional references covering the last two years

Make an Impact Every Day

This is more than a classroom support role. It's an opportunity to positively influence the lives of children who need encouragement, consistency and someone who believes in their potential.