Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant for SEMH

eTeach UK Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional qualifications

Small class sizes

Leadership opportunities

Therapeutic supervision

Wellbeing salary sacrifice

Job summary

Compass Community Schools are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and other SEND. The role involves working 1:1 or in small groups, managing resources, and participating in therapeutic training to help pupils develop social and learning skills.

Applicants should be resilient, flexible, and able to engage with diverse backgrounds. The school offers extensive training, supportive supervision, and opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• Must be able to support children with SEMH and SEND.
• Ability to communicate clearly with pupils and staff.
• Willing to participate in therapeutic training.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning
• Work with children 1:1 or in small groups
• Manage classroom resources
• Take children on educational trips and visits
• Have lunch with children who struggle socially
• Have a good basic understanding of English and Maths
• Keep children safe when behaviours escalate with strong management and communication
• Create, play and teach games to develop social skills
• Create amazing displays to support learning and environment
• Celebrate success
• Participate in therapeutic training sessions or reflect on difficult periods

Job description

Compass Community Schools are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs and other SEND. The role involves working 1:1 or in small groups, managing resources, and participating in therapeutic training to help pupils develop social and learning skills.

Applicants should be resilient, flexible, and able to engage with diverse backgrounds. The school offers extensive training, supportive supervision, and opportunities to grow within a