Trauma Learning Coach

Axcis Education Recruitment; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Trauma Learning Coach to work at an independent special school in Newton Abbot. The role involves supporting students aged 8-16 with SEMH, ADHD, and complex needs using trauma-informed approaches. Ideal candidates will have experience with similar needs and be compassionate and resilient. Join a nurturing environment dedicated to student success and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Flexible approach to support individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Use trauma-informed approaches to assist learners.
• Promote engagement, emotional resilience, and positive behaviour.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with SEMH, ADHD, or other SEND needs

Resilient, compassionate and patient

Job description

Overview

Axcis Education is working with a fantastic independent special school who are seeking a full-time Trauma Learning Coach to join their dedicated team. This school caters for students aged 8–16 with SEMH, ADHD and complex needs. With a recent site expansion, the school offers excellent facilities and a nurturing environment where students can thrive. Their curriculum is broad, creative, and designed to ignite passions and build confidence, helping young people prepare for adulthood and future employment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Using trauma-informed approaches to help learners overcome barriers
• Promoting engagement, emotional resilience, and positive behaviour
• Working closely with staff to create a supportive learning environment

What we’re looking for

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, ADHD, or other SEND needs
• Resilient, compassionate and patient individuals
• A driver with access to a car (ideal but not essential)

This is a live position with an immediate start available. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to join a wonderful school with a strong ethos of care and support, apply today with Axcis Education.

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Jacob Chisholm on 01392 949 022 Ext: 6005.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise. Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Jacob Chisholm

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