PRU Teaching Assistant - Merthyr Tydfil | Ad-hoc opportunities Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a new challenge? Academics are currently recruiting PRU Teaching Assistants for a school in Merthyr Tydfil, offering a range of flexible supply opportunities from day-to-day, ad-hoc bookings to short-term and long-term placements. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour who understands the importance of trauma-informed practice and building positive relationships with young people. The Role As a PRU Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include: Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs Working with primary and secondary-aged pupils Supporting pupils who display challenging behaviour Using trauma-informed approaches to build trust and positive relationships Encouraging emotional regulation and positive behaviour Helping pupils engage with learning and classroom activities Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required Working closely with teachers and other school staff Helping create a safe, calm and supportive learning environment Following individual support plans and behaviour strategies Maintaining safeguarding standards and school procedures We're Looking For as a PRU Teaching Assistant Previous experience working with pupils with challenging behaviour An understanding of trauma-informed practice Experience supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs is desirable Flexibility and confidence adapting to different situations A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to learning Flexible Opportunities Available The school regularly uses supply staff and offers a variety of bookings, including: Day-to-day and ad-hoc supply work Short-term placements Long-term vacancies Opportunities with varying hours to suit different availability Experience supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils Whether you're looking for occasional supply days or a more consistent long-term role, registering with Academics gives you access to opportunities that can suit your experience and preferences within Merthyr Tydfil. Pay & Requirements £95 per day Paid weekly Enhanced DBS - essential EWC registration - essential Why Register With Academics? By registering with Academics, you can access a range of opportunities within a specialist setting, with support from a dedicated consultant who will work with you to understand your experience, availability and preferred working pattern. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy