Trauma-Informed HLTA - Supportive Classrooms & SEL

Compass Community Schools; Berechurch; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long service awards

Salary sacrifice schemes including on‑

Safety and safeguarding training

Job summary

Compass Community Schools is seeking an HLTA to support learning across classrooms with a child-centred, trauma-informed approach. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with SEMH and SEND, including those with Autism, ADHD and communication difficulties.

The role involves classroom support, one-to-one work, and participation in therapeutic activities. Our team emphasises patience, consistency, and strong communication to promote safety, engagement and positive outcomes for every

Qualifications

• Clear communication with children, parents and staff.
• Resilience to manage challenging behaviours.
• Flexible and adaptive approach to daily school routines.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in the classroom
• Working with children on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Managing classroom resources
• Accompanying children on educational visits and trips
• Supporting children during lunch and social times
• Managing challenging behaviour and keeping children safe
• Using games and activities to support learning and social development
• Supporting practical learning experiences and enrichment activities
• Creating engaging classroom displays
• Celebrating achievement and success
• Taking part in therapeutic support and reflective practice sessions

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Flexibility

Patience

Job description

Compass Community Schools is seeking an HLTA to support learning across classrooms with a child-centred, trauma-informed approach. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils with SEMH and SEND, including those with Autism, ADHD and communication difficulties.

The role involves classroom support, one-to-one work, and participation in therapeutic activities. Our team emphasises patience, consistency, and strong communication to promote safety, engagement and positive outcomes for every