SEND Teaching Assistant — Trauma‑Informed Support for Complex Needs

Keys Children; Buxton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST pension

Referral bonus £500

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Blue light discount card

Training and qualifications funded

Enhanced pay scales

Wellbeing app and discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education in Buxton, Derbyshire, is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering education and care to pupils with complex needs. Based at Oaklands Manor, Manchester Road, the role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment and promoting pupil wellbeing and achievement.

You will assist with learning activities, support social and behavioural development, help with resources, and maintain records under teacher guidance.

Qualifications

• Committed to SEND students.
• At least two years' SEND experience.
• Level 3 TA qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist pupils with learning activities under teacher guidance.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development using trauma-informed approaches.
• Help manage behaviour in line with the school's policy and Staff Code of Conduct.
• Encourage pupil engagement and independence in learning tasks.
• Assist with classroom organisation and preparation of resources.
• Support record-keeping and monitoring of pupil progress as directed.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Trauma-informed approaches

Education

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Keys Education in Buxton, Derbyshire, is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support teachers in delivering education and care to pupils with complex needs. Based at Oaklands Manor, Manchester Road, the role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing environment and promoting pupil wellbeing and achievement.

You will assist with learning activities, support social and behavioural development, help with resources, and maintain records under teacher guidance.