Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant for SEMH & SEND

eTeach UK Limited; Boston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training

Small class sizes

Wellbeing services

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Compass Community Schools is seeking Teaching Assistants to support children with SEMH and SEND in a committed, trauma-informed setting. You will assist teachers in the classroom, work with pupils 1:1 or in small groups, and help manage resources and trips.

The role involves handling challenging behaviours with a non-judgmental approach, and collaborating with therapists to reflect on progress. We value resilience, flexibility and strong communication, with extensive training and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or SEND is beneficial.
• Ability to adapt to varied needs and behaviours in pupils.
• Willingness to participate in safeguarding and training activities.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the classroom and deliver sessions with small groups.
• Work 1:1 with children or supervise sessions with small groups.
• Manage classroom resources and assist with trips/visits.
• Share lunch duties with pupils who need social support.
• Support with behavioural management and safeguarding.
• Participate in therapy sessions or reflect on difficult periods.
• Celebrate successes and contribute to the school’s offerings.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Team collaboration

Job description

Compass Community Schools is seeking Teaching Assistants to support children with SEMH and SEND in a committed, trauma-informed setting. You will assist teachers in the classroom, work with pupils 1:1 or in small groups, and help manage resources and trips.

The role involves handling challenging behaviours with a non-judgmental approach, and collaborating with therapists to reflect on progress. We value resilience, flexibility and strong communication, with extensive training and wellbeing