Therapeutic Teaching Assistant — Empowering SEMH Learners

Compass Community Limited.; Burton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Community School Mountfields Park in Loughborough is seeking Teaching Assistants to support children with SEMH. You will assist in classrooms, work with individuals or small groups, and help build social and learning skills in a therapeutic, trauma-informed setting.

Applicants should be resilient, flexible and ready to engage in therapeutic training while supporting a child-centred approach that prioritises safety and positive outcomes for every student.

Qualifications

• Ability to support children with SEMH and challenging behaviours.
• Clear communication with pupils, parents and staff.
• Willingness to participate in therapeutic training.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in class and 1:1 or small groups.
• Manage classroom resources and learning materials.
• Take children on educational trips and visits.
• Have lunch with children who struggle socially.
• Help maintain a safe environment with strong behaviour management.
• Create displays to support learning and celebrate progress.
• Participate in therapeutic training sessions and reflections.

Job description

Compass Community School Mountfields Park in Loughborough is seeking Teaching Assistants to support children with SEMH. You will assist in classrooms, work with individuals or small groups, and help build social and learning skills in a therapeutic, trauma-informed setting.

Applicants should be resilient, flexible and ready to engage in therapeutic training while supporting a child-centred approach that prioritises safety and positive outcomes for every student.