Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant for SEMH/SEND

Compass Community; Westbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Small class sizes

National expansion

Sickness scheme

Flexible pension

Therapist supervision

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Compass Community is a trauma-informed organisation that supports children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and SEND. Our Teaching Assistants work closely with teachers, therapists and families to secure outstanding outcomes for every child.

Our TAs may support classrooms, work 1:1 or with small groups, manage resources and accompany pupils on trips, while contributing to displays and therapeutic activities in a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• The Teaching Assistants support children with complex social needs and behaviors, contributing to a safe, supportive classroom environment.
• They work with teachers to deliver sessions and assist with therapy-informed approaches.
• Staff are encouraged to contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the classroom.
• Work with children 1:1 or in small groups.
• Manage classroom resources.
• Take children on trips and visits.
• Have lunch with children who struggle socially.
• Assist in managing heightened behaviours and keeping children safe.
• Play board games.
• Conduct science experiments.
• Create amazing displays.
• Celebrate student successes.
• Participate in therapy sessions or reflect on difficult periods.

Job description

Compass Community is a trauma-informed organisation that supports children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) and SEND. Our Teaching Assistants work closely with teachers, therapists and families to secure outstanding outcomes for every child.

Our TAs may support classrooms, work 1:1 or with small groups, manage resources and accompany pupils on trips, while contributing to displays and therapeutic activities in a safe learning environment.