Primary Teaching Assistant — Trauma-Informed Support & Interventions

Morley Meadow Primary School; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Morley Meadow Primary and Nursery School in Plymouth is seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to join a supportive, hard-working team. You will support pupils with a range of needs, deliver interventions when needed, and help create a calm, engaging learning environment that builds confidence and resilience.

Applicants should have Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths GCSE, and preferably an NVQ3 or related TA qualification.

Qualifications

• Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths GCSE and preferably an NVQ3 or TA qualification.
• Enhancing safeguarding and inclusive practice with a trauma-informed approach.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children and delivering targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of needs to access learning activities.
• Create a purposeful, engaging learning environment and support interventions.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff, supporting behaviour for learning.

Skills

Team player

Effective communicator

Resilient

Trauma-informed approach

Education

GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent

NVQ3 or TA qualification (preferred)

Job description

Morley Meadow Primary and Nursery School in Plymouth is seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to join a supportive, hard-working team. You will support pupils with a range of needs, deliver interventions when needed, and help create a calm, engaging learning environment that builds confidence and resilience.

Applicants should have Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths GCSE, and preferably an NVQ3 or related TA qualification.