- Pay
- £90–110/day
- Where
- Pontypridd, Cardiff, GB
- Level
- Senior
PRU Learning Support Staff
Location: Swansea
Contract type: Flexible temporary and supply opportunities
Start date: By agreement
Salary: Competitive rate of pay
About the role
Elementa Wales is seeking resilient and caring learning support staff to work in a pupil referral unit (PRU) in Swansea. This is an excellent opportunity to help pupils overcome barriers to learning in a structured and supportive setting.
You will provide consistent classroom and pastoral support, helping pupils regulate emotions, engage with learning and build positive relationships. Role-specific training will be provided.
Key responsibilities
Support pupils individually and in small groups under the direction of teaching staff.
Promote engagement, positive behaviour and safe, respectful relationships.
Help pupils manage transitions, routines and barriers to learning.
Work closely with teaching, pastoral and safeguarding staff, reporting concerns appropriately.
Requirements
Experience supporting children or young people in education, youth work, care or a similar setting.
A calm, consistent approach and confidence responding to behaviour that may challenge.
Strong communication, professional boundaries and a commitment to safeguarding.
Willingness to complete all role-specific training provided.
Desirable:
Experience in a PRU, Alternative Provision, SEND or SEBD setting (beneficial but not essential).
Why work with Elementa?
Flexible work to suit your lifestyle.
Competitive rates of pay.
Role-specific training and ongoing professional support.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today and a member of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.
Safeguarding
Elementa is committed to safeguarding children throughout its recruitment processes. Successful applicants will complete thorough pre-screening and an interview, attend an insight session, and have the opportunity to visit one of our Alternative Provision or SEND school sites.
Successful applicants will also be required to complete an enhanced DBS check , registration with the EWC, and a 12-week (60 paid days) employment trial period.
Please apply with your full, up-to-date CV. All applicants will receive a prompt response.