Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant – 12 Month Contract

Compass Community Limited; Tetford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training opportunities

Small class sizes with TA support

Employee wellbeing services

Job summary

Compass Community Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a 12-month fixed term role. The post involves supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and other SEND, working with dedicated teams to deliver both educational and therapeutic outcomes.

Applicants should be adaptable, patient and able to communicate effectively with pupils, families and colleagues while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH/SEND in educational settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents and staff.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• supporting teachers in the classroom
• working with children 1:1 or in small groups
• managing classroom resources
• taking children on trips and visits
• having lunch with children who struggle socially
• managing heightened behaviours and keeping children safe
• reflecting on difficult periods and contributing to therapy sessions

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Compass Community Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a 12-month fixed term role. The post involves supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and other SEND, working with dedicated teams to deliver both educational and therapeutic outcomes.

Applicants should be adaptable, patient and able to communicate effectively with pupils, families and colleagues while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.