Trauma-Informed SEMH Teaching Assistant (Temp→Perm)

Randstad UK; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured salary progression

Term-time only

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health services

High-quality CPD focused on trauma

Small class sizes

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a resilient professional to provide trauma-informed emotional and educational support in a Sussex educational setting. This temp-to-perm role offers a pathway to a permanent position with a starting salary alignment and structured development opportunities.

Working hours are Monday-Thursday 08:30-15:30 and Friday 08:30-15:00. The successful candidate will lead activities, support teachers, and uphold professional boundaries while safeguarding and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in promoting student development and learning.
• Ability to support teachers in curriculum delivery and communicate clearly.
• Minimum 6 months experience in mental health, crisis support or youth justice.
• Strong emotional resilience and professional maturity.
• Must undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, trauma-informed emotional and educational support.
• De-escalate high-pressure situations and manage challenging behaviours.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to foster a secure environment.
• Implement professional boundaries to build student trust.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Behaviour de-escalation

Team leadership

Curriculum support

Education

Maths and English GCSE grade 4/C or above

Job description

Randstad UK is seeking a resilient professional to provide trauma-informed emotional and educational support in a Sussex educational setting. This temp-to-perm role offers a pathway to a permanent position with a starting salary alignment and structured development opportunities.

Working hours are Monday-Thursday 08:30-15:30 and Friday 08:30-15:00. The successful candidate will lead activities, support teachers, and uphold professional boundaries while safeguarding and documenting progress.