Teaching Assistant - Trauma Informed

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a small specialist provision in Lancaster (LA2). The role supports pupils with SEMH needs in a trauma-informed setting and runs full-time, term-time only, from October half-term.

You will work 8:30am–3:00pm, Monday to Friday, with a chance for permanent appointment. A calm, patient approach and experience with trauma-informed support are essential; a full UK driving licence is required due to location.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH needs.
• Trauma-informed approach to learning.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to location of the provision.

Responsibilities

• Full-time, Monday to Friday.
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Term-time only
• Starting from October half-term
• Long-term position with potential to become permanent

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma-informed approach

Relationship building

Calm, patient and resilient

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Lancaster (LA2)

A small, specialist SEMH provision in the Lancaster (LA2) area is looking to appoint an additional Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from October half-term. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people who require a nurturing, trauma-informed approach to education. The setting provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs..

The Role

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Term-time only
• Starting from October half-term
• Long-term position with the potential to become permanent

The Ideal Candidate

• Have a calm, patient and resilient approach
• Understand the impact of trauma on behaviour and learning
• Be confident building positive relationships and boundaries
• Be passionate about supporting vulnerable young people to achieve positive outcomes

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting SEMH needs
• A trauma-informed approach to supporting learners
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the location of the provision

Application Process

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to meet with the school over the coming weeks. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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