Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant – SEMH Support (Part-Time)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction & SEMH training

Wellbeing days

Free flu vaccinations

On-site parking

Flexible working (part-time/job share)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Employee assistance programme

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £500

Job summary

Woodeaton Manor School, part of The Propeller Academy Trust, seeks a teaching assistant to support secondary pupils aged 11 to 16 with SEMH needs. You will assist in lessons, small groups and 1:1 sessions, building trusting relationships and applying trauma-informed approaches to encourage positive behaviour.

Shifts start at 08:15 and finish at 14:45, or 15:45 on Wednesdays; part-time or job share is considered.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and maths at grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children or young people in school, care, youth work or similar.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH pupils in lessons, small groups and 1:1 sessions.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
• Use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to promote positive behaviour.
• Support learning in English, maths and life skills.
• Help pupils develop emotional regulation, independence and confidence.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and families.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Emotional resilience

Team player

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C)

Job description

Woodeaton Manor School, part of The Propeller Academy Trust, seeks a teaching assistant to support secondary pupils aged 11 to 16 with SEMH needs. You will assist in lessons, small groups and 1:1 sessions, building trusting relationships and applying trauma-informed approaches to encourage positive behaviour.

Shifts start at 08:15 and finish at 14:45, or 15:45 on Wednesdays; part-time or job share is considered.