Male SEN Teaching Assistant – Secondary PRU

Hayes, West London £110 - £120 a day (Dependent on Experience) ⏰ Monday–Friday | Term-Time Only (NO PART TIME AVAILABLE) Permanent Opportunity

Ready to Be the Positive Male Role Model a Young Person Needs?

This isn’t a typical classroom role.

This is about impact. Presence. Consistency. Mentorship.

We’re recruiting for a specialist Secondary PRU provision supporting students aged 11–16 who require additional behavioural, emotional, and social support.

Many of the young people benefit hugely from strong, calm, and consistent male role models — someone who can build trust, set boundaries, and support them to re-engage with education.

About the Setting

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Specialist alternative provision for secondary-aged students

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Small class sizes with high staff-to-student ratios

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Structured behaviour frameworks and clear routines

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Strong pastoral and therapeutic support

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Focus on re-engagement, life skills, and emotional development

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Vocational and practical learning opportunities

The environment is structured, supportive, and focused on helping students regulate, rebuild confidence, and achieve positive outcomes.

This is not mainstream — and that’s what makes it powerful.

Training & Support From Day One

You will not be left to “figure it out.”

✔ Full induction and behaviour training ✔ Ongoing CPD and safeguarding training ✔ Clear support from senior leadership ✔ Team-based approach to behaviour management ✔ Opportunities to progress within SEN and alternative provision

The leadership team prioritise staff wellbeing and professional development.

The Role

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Supporting students 1:1 and in small groups

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Acting as a consistent, positive male role model

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Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour strategies

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De-escalating challenging situations calmly and professionally

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Encouraging engagement in lessons and vocational activities

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Promoting accountability, respect, and independence

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Supporting during transitions, breaktimes, and off-site activities

This role requires confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.

You will build real relationships — and see real change.

Who This Role Is Ideal For

You do not need previous school experience.

However, you must have:

✔ Strong presence and calm authority ✔ Emotional resilience ✔ Confidence managing behaviour ✔ A genuine interest in supporting vulnerable young people ✔ The ability to set firm but fair boundaries

Backgrounds in:

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Youth work

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Sports coaching

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Mentoring

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Behaviour support

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Care or support work

are highly valued.

The right personality matters more than direct classroom experience.

What’s On Offer

✨ Temp to Perm, stable role ✨ Term-time only hours ✨ Supportive senior leadership ✨ Clear behaviour systems in place ✨ Ongoing development opportunities ✨ A role where you can genuinely change a young person’s trajectory

If you’re someone who can lead with calm confidence, build trust, and provide the consistency these young people need —

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation with the We Staff Team