Trauma-Informed SEN Teaching Assistant

Inspire EHC ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

CPD courses

Specialist recruiters

Placement support

Permanent opportunities

Career progression

Interview prep

Job summary

Inspire EHC Ltd is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. You will support pupils with SEMH, Autism and trauma-informed needs, helping them build confidence and regulate emotions within small classes.

Working with a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will use trauma-informed strategies to promote engagement, resilience and positive learning outcomes across the school day.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH or Autism.
• Understand trauma-informed practice, attachment awareness or de-escalation techniques.
• Calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and welfare of children.
• Able to commute to Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, individualized support to pupils in small classes.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Promote positive behaviour through calm, nurturing approaches.
• Adapt learning activities to individual abilities and learning styles.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and SEN professionals.
• Support social, emotional and academic development.
• Encourage independence, resilience and self-confidence.
• Celebrate achievements and help pupils experience daily success.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Trauma-informed practice

Emotional regulation support

Patience

Safeguarding

Education

GCSE Maths and English 4/C+

Job description

Inspire EHC Ltd is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. You will support pupils with SEMH, Autism and trauma-informed needs, helping them build confidence and regulate emotions within small classes.

Working with a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will use trauma-informed strategies to promote engagement, resilience and positive learning outcomes across the school day.