Location: Thornton Heath, Croydon, Greater London
Salary: £90 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: Immediate Start

Do you have experience working with young people in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)?
A dedicated and nurturing PRU in Thornton Heath is looking for a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant to support students who have been excluded from mainstream education.

The Role:

You will provide academic and emotional support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to re-engage with education in a structured and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work one-to-one and in small groups with students facing behavioural and emotional challenges.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies to promote positive engagement.
• Support students with their learning in core subjects such as English and Maths.
• Build strong relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies to support student progress.

About You:

• Experience working with students in a PRU or alternative provision setting is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• A calm, patient, and understanding approach.
• A passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and experienced PRU team with ongoing professional development.
• Direct pay—no umbrella companies—so you retain more of your earnings.
• Training in trauma-informed practice and behaviour management.

Apply today with your full CV to be considered for this PRU Support Teaching Assistant position.