SEN TA - PRU in Guildford, Surrey

Behavioural Needs Teaching Assistant required - KS2 | Guildford, Surrey

Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Behavioural Needs Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Guildford, Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting primary-aged pupils (KS2) who may experience social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH), autism (ASD), undiagnosed special educational needs and behavioural challenges.

The successful candidate will support pupils who may struggle to engage with mainstream education, helping them to manage their behaviour, develop positive relationships and access learning in a safe, structured and supportive environment.

Role Details
· Position: Behavioural Needs Teaching Assistant
· School Type: Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)
· Key Stage: KS2 (Primary)
· Location: Guildford, Surrey
· Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
· Days: Monday to Friday
· Daily Rate: GBP105 - GBP110 (DOE)
· Start Date: ASAP
· Contract: Temporary to permanent
· Duration: Ongoing, with no fixed end date
· Interviews/Trials: Available immediately

About the School & Pupils

The setting is an independent specialist provision supporting pupils aged 8-20 with a range of additional needs and barriers to learning.

You will primarily be supporting KS2-aged pupils with a range of needs, which may include:
· Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
· Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
· Undiagnosed or emerging special educational needs
· Emotional regulation and behavioural difficulties
· ADHD and associated learning needs
· Communication and social interaction difficulties
· Challenging or distressed behaviours

Many pupils may have experienced difficulties accessing mainstream education and require additional structure, consistency, patience and individualised support to help them engage with learning.

The school aims to provide a nurturing and structured environment where pupils can build confidence, develop positive relationships and make progress both academically and emotionally.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

As a Behavioural Needs Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support to pupils throughout the school day.
Your responsibilities will include:

· Providing 1:1 and small-group support to KS2 pupils.
· Supporting pupils with SEMH, ASD and behavioural needs.
· Helping pupils manage their emotions and develop positive behaviour strategies.
· Using positive behaviour management techniques to encourage engagement and appropriate responses.
· Building trusting relationships with pupils who may display challenging or withdrawn behaviours.
· Supporting pupils to access classroom activities and engage with learning.
· Promoting independence, confidence and positive social interactions.
· Helping to maintain a safe, consistent and structured learning environment.
· Working collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to support individual pupil needs.

What We're Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates who are patient, proactive, resilient and confident supporting children with additional needs.
Ideally, you will have:

· Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Behavioural Support Assistant, Youth Work or in a similar role.
· Experience supporting children with SEMH, ASD, behavioural difficulties or undiagnosed SEN.
· Confidence managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils with emotional regulation.
· A calm, patient and consistent approach, particularly when working with pupils who may struggle to regulate their emotions.
· Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
· The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
· A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is essential, you must be willing to obtain one if you do not already have one.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.