Teaching Assistant - PRU
Location: Rochdale
Start Date: September 2026
Role: Full-Time Teaching Assistant
Spencer Clarke Group are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Rochdale from September.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour and who can build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils both academically and emotionally. You will help create a safe, structured and positive environment where young people can develop their confidence, engagement and behaviour.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in a PRU, SEMH, specialist school, residential setting or similar environment supporting young people with challenging behaviour.
The successful candidate will:
Have experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour
Ideally have experience working in a PRU, SEMH school, specialist provision or residential setting
Be confident managing challenging behaviour in a calm and consistent manner
Build strong, positive relationships with pupils
Be resilient, patient and empathetic
Work effectively as part of a wider staff team
Support pupils with their learning, behaviour and emotional development
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of young people
What we offer:
September start
Full-time, long-term opportunity
Competitive daily rate
Support from a dedicated education consultant
Opportunities to work within specialist education settings
Access to ongoing support and trainingIf you have experience supporting challenging young people with SEMH needs and are looking for a rewarding role from September, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today to discuss the role in more detail
