Job Description
Job Title: Teachers & Teaching Assistants - Pupil Referral Units (PRUs)Location: Various Locations Across TamesideContract Type: Supply / Short-Term / Long-Term OpportunitiesSalary: Competitive Rates - Based on Role and Experience
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people who need it most?Tradewind, a specialist education supply agency, is actively recruiting resilient, compassionate, and committed Teachers and Teaching Assistants to work in Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) across [Region].
PRUs provide vital support to students who are unable to attend mainstream schools due to behavioural, emotional, or medical needs. These roles are both challenging and deeply rewarding - ideal for individuals who want to have a lasting impact.
We're Looking For:
* Qualified Teachers (QTS or equivalent) for core subject and general teaching roles
* Experienced Teaching Assistants or Support Staff
* Candidates with experience in behaviour support, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), SEND, or youth work
* A calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour management
* Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Your Role May Include:
* Supporting students in small groups or on a 1:1 basis
* Delivering or assisting with tailored learning programmes
* Building positive relationships and helping pupils re-engage with education
* Managing challenging behaviours with confidence and empathy
Requirements:
* Relevant experience in education, SEN, or alternative provisions
* A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
* Strong communication and teamworking skills
* A proactive and adaptable attitude
Why Join Tradewind?
* Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
* Flexible work to suit your schedule
* Opportunities for ongoing CPD and behaviour management training
* A supportive team that understands the unique challenges of PRU work
* Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available
Take the next step in your education career and help transform lives through positive relationships and inclusive learning.
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