Trauma-Informed Practitioner: Dudley Schools

GSL Education; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a compassionate Trauma Informed Practitioner to support pupils across Dudley. You will use trauma‑informed approaches to build safe relationships, help students regulate emotions, and promote engagement with learning.

The role involves collaborating with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral leads to deliver targeted support and contribute to personalised strategies for students with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or trauma backgrounds.
• Strong understanding of trauma‑informed practice (training desirable).
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted emotional and behavioural support to vulnerable pupils.
• Use trauma‑informed strategies to support regulation and wellbeing.
• Build strong, consistent relationships with students.
• Support pupils in accessing learning and managing school expectations.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies.
• Contribute to personalised support plans and behaviour strategies.

Skills

Trauma‑informed practice

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Calm & resilience

Job description

GSL Education is seeking a compassionate Trauma Informed Practitioner to support pupils across Dudley. You will use trauma‑informed approaches to build safe relationships, help students regulate emotions, and promote engagement with learning.

The role involves collaborating with teaching staff, SEN teams, and pastoral leads to deliver targeted support and contribute to personalised strategies for students with complex emotional and behavioural needs. Immediate start available.