PRU Learning Support Assistant

Are you interested in a role in schools for children with challenging behaviours, mental health needs, and SEMH requirements?

Would you be able to support children in small groups to engage with their education, regulate their emotions, and manage their behaviours appropriately?

Are you resilient and driven to motivate pupils who can be disengaged from education?

We need Teaching Assistants to work in Pupil Referral Units for children with challenging behaviour across Stoke on Trent.

What we need from you:

Experience working with people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs
Patience and resilience
Skills working with children or adults with disabilities
Confident supporting challenging behaviour
InnovativeWhat we can offer:

Generous rates of pay
Flexible working patterns at your fingertips
Friendly and approachable consultants
Access to our 'Refer a Friend' scheme worth £125
A dedicated SEND consultantWhat do our staff say about us?

'I am registered with a couple of supply agencies but much prefer working with Academics.'
'Great agency and staff at Academics! Clear communication with dedicated and hard working staff!!'
'I have worked for several teaching agencies in the past, but this is the first time that I have felt like more than just a number!'Does this all sound like you? Send your CV to or give us a call on (phone number removed)!

Is this role not what you're looking for? We are constantly in need of talented education staff to fill a wide variety of positions. Please send your CV over or give us a call and we are happy to discuss our opportunities with you