Trauma-Informed SEMH Teaching Assistant (Temp-to-Perm)

Randstad UK; Steyning; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured salary progression

Term-time only working

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health services

CPD on trauma-informed practice

Smaller class sizes

Job summary

Randstad UK in Sussex is seeking a resilient support worker to provide trauma-informed emotional and educational assistance to students in a specialist environment. This temp-to-perm role offers structured guidance and the chance to grow within the school setting.

The position runs Monday-Thursday 08:30-15:30 and Friday 08:30-15:00, with a daily rate of £89-£100. There is potential for a permanent transition to £23,000 per year and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in mental health, crisis support, or youth justice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead activities and a small team with consistency.
• Must be able to pass 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

Team leadership

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Behaviour management

Professional boundaries

Education

GCSE Maths C/4+

GCSE English C/4+

Job description

Randstad UK in Sussex is seeking a resilient support worker to provide trauma-informed emotional and educational assistance to students in a specialist environment. This temp-to-perm role offers structured guidance and the chance to grow within the school setting.

The position runs Monday-Thursday 08:30-15:30 and Friday 08:30-15:00, with a daily rate of £89-£100. There is potential for a permanent transition to £23,000 per year and a commitment to safeguarding.