Teaching Assistant – Manchester Manchester £95 - £105 per day Full-time opportunity Immediate / flexible start Make a difference. Change a future. Are you passionate about supporting young people who need it most? Engage Education is currently seeking a dedicated, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work within a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of young people who may face social, emotional and behavioural challenges, or who require additional support to access education. The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will: * Support pupils in the classroom on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. * Help manage challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies. * Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils. * Support students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. * Encourage engagement, confidence and positive learning outcomes. * Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to create a safe, supportive learning environment. The Ideal Candidate * Has experience working with children or young people, ideally in a PRU, SEMH, SEN or alternative provision setting. * Is calm, patient, resilient and confident managing challenging behaviour. * Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills. * Can motivate and engage pupils who may have struggled in mainstream education. * Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Why Work with Engage Education? * Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. * Opportunities to gain valuable experience in alternative provision. * The chance to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives. * Competitive pay, dependent on experience and assignment. Interested? We Want to Hear From You! If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to education and would thrive in a rewarding PRU environment in Manchester, we would love to hear from you. Contact Engage Education today to discuss this opportunity and take the next step in your education career. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where required