Trauma Learning Coach - Torbay

Axcis Education; Paignton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Axcis Education in Torbay is seeking a Trauma Learning Coach to support pupils with SEMH in Paignton. You will help learners access their learning, build confidence and progress socially and emotionally.

Daily duties include working with small groups or individuals, assisting classroom activities, promoting positive behaviour and contributing to a calm, nurturing learning environment. This temporary role runs Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEMH (social, emotional and mental health) needs.
• Able to support learning and help pupils feel confident in the classroom.
• Clear communication and reliability as a team member.
• Motivated by making a positive difference in young lives.

Responsibilities

• Support small groups and individual pupils with SEMH to access learning.
• Assist with classroom activities and promote positive behaviour.
• Contribute to a calm, nurturing learning environment.

Job description

Trauma Learning Coach - Torbay

Location: Paignton

Sector: Supply Jobs for SEND TA Jobs

Reference: Axcis/345969

Start date: 30-Apr-2026

About the role

Working closely with class teachers and support staff, you will help pupils access their learning, build confidence and enjoy make progress socially and emotionally. Your day-to-day responsibilities may include supporting small groups and individual pupil with SEMH, assisting with classroom activities, promoting positive behaviour and contributing to a calm, nurturing learning environment.

About the school

This friendly independent school is committed to helping every student reach their full potential. Pupils are encouraged to develop a love of learning, confidence in their abilities and a sense of responsibility for themselves and others. The school prides itself on offering an inclusive and broad curriculum that inspires children to try their best, persevere through challenges and take pride in their achievements.

The perfect candidate will be:

• Friendly, patient and encouraging with students with SEMH
• Keen to support learning and help pupils feel confident in the classroom
• A clear communicator and reliable team player
• Motivated by making a positive difference in young lives

Key information

• Pay: £92.50-£105 a day
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm
• Start date: Monday 20th April, or as close to.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do 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. As such, 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 you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

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.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.