Teaching Assistant - PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)

Teaching Assistant - PRU (Pupil Referral Unit) - Leicester Location: Leicester Pay Rate: £100 - £105 per day Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only Start Date: September 2026 Aspire People is recruiting on behalf of a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Leicester for a full-time Teaching Assistant to start in September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a resilient, patient, and dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting young people who may have faced barriers to education. The successful candidate will work closely with students who require additional behavioural, emotional, and academic support, helping them to engage positively with their learning and achieve their potential. No two days are the same within a PRU setting, making this role ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, supporting individual needs, and making a genuine difference in the lives of young people. The Role Supporting students both in and out of the classroom Assisting teachers with the delivery of lessons and learning activities Helping to manage behaviour and encourage positive engagement Building strong, professional relationships with pupils Supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment The Ideal Candidate Will Have Previous experience working with children or young people Experience within a PRU, alternative provision, SEN setting, or mainstream school is advantageous Strong behaviour management skills A calm, patient, and resilient approach The ability to remain professional in challenging situations A genuine desire to support young people in overcoming barriers to education Why Join Aspire People? Competitive daily rates of £100 - £105 per day Full-time position with the potential for long-term opportunities Dedicated support from an experienced Aspire People consultant Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an alternative provision setting A rewarding role where you can have a significant impact on students' lives This position would suit Teaching Assistants, Youth Workers, Behaviour Mentors, Support Workers, Sports Coaches, or anyone with experience working with young people who require additional support. Interested in applying? Contact Matt today for more information: Matt 📧 Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and relevant safeguarding and compliance checks in line with safer recruitment practices. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks