PRU Learning Support Assistant

Job description

PRU Learning Support Assistant

Are you interested in a role in schools for children with challenging behaviours, mental health needs, and SEMH requirements?

Would you be able to support children in small groups to engage with their education, regulate their emotions, and manage their behaviours appropriately?

Are you resilient and driven to motivate pupils who can be disengaged from education?

We need Teaching Assistants to work in Pupil Referral Units for children with challenging behaviour across Stoke on Trent.

What we need from you:

• Experience working with people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs
• Patience and resilience
• Skills working with children or adults with disabilities
• Confident supporting challenging behaviour
• Innovative

What we can offer:

• Generous rates of pay
• Flexible working patterns at your fingertips
• Friendly and approachable consultants
• Access to our 'Refer a Friend' scheme worth £125
• A dedicated SEND consultant

What do our staff say about us?

• 'I am registered with a couple of supply agencies but much prefer working with Academics.'
• 'Great agency and staff at Academics! Clear communication with dedicated and hard working staff!!'
• 'I have worked for several teaching agencies in the past, but this is the first time that I have felt like more than just a number!'

Does this all sound like you? Send your CV to or give us a call on 01782 444058!

Is this role not what you're looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please send your CV over or give us a call and we are happy to discuss our opportunities with you!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stoke-On-Trent

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £93.00 and £105.00 Per Hour

Published at

26-08-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English