Trauma Specialist TA for SEMH (Secondary)

TeacherActive; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 onboarding support

CPD courses

Market leading pay rates

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a specialist secondary SEMH setting in Keighley to recruit a Trauma Specialist Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, supporting pupils across KS3 to KS5. The role is based in a specialist environment with emotional and behavioural support to help pupils access education.

Salary is paid per day at £100–£130, with PAYE on a contract basis. The position offers dedicated consultant support, CPD opportunities, and a referral scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience working with young people who have experienced trauma.
• Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent classroom support for pupils.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Help young people with SEMH needs engage with their education.

Skills

SEMH experience

Trauma support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Patient and resilient

Relationship building

Job description

TeacherActive is working with a specialist secondary SEMH setting in Keighley to recruit a Trauma Specialist Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, supporting pupils across KS3 to KS5. The role is based in a specialist environment with emotional and behavioural support to help pupils access education.

Salary is paid per day at £100–£130, with PAYE on a contract basis. The position offers dedicated consultant support, CPD opportunities, and a referral scheme.