Job Description

Are you confident supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you have experience managing challenging behaviour and using trauma-informed approaches?

The School
This specialist SEMH school in South Gloucestershire caters to both primary and secondary-aged students. The school supports children and young people with complex behavioural needs, many of whom have experienced trauma. Staff are committed to building trust and helping pupils develop the skills they need to succeed in and out of the classroom.

The Role

• Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Foster emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including teachers and therapists
• Be part of a trauma-informed environment that supports students' wellbeing
• Remain calm and adaptable in high-pressure situations

Essential Criteria

• Experience in PRUs or SEMH schools/settings
• Resilient, empathetic, and patient approach
• Confident managing challenging behaviour
• Able to build strong relationships with students

Desirable Criteria

• Team Teach or equivalent training
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice

Want to become a qualified TA?
We are currently working in partnership with a training provider. Cidori offer a fully funded Level 2 Teaching Assistant course. The course lasts 4 weeks and will give you the knowledge and skills needed to work in schools. You will become confident leading small group sessions and forming professional relationships with students. On successful completion of this course, you will gain:

• NCFE Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools & Colleges
• Level 1 Award in Securing Employment
• Level 1 Certificate in Personal Social Skills
• Level 1 Award in Personal Resilience & Perseverance
• Level 1 Certificate in Securing Progression

This is an intensive course, and a great way to get your TA qualifications! Please contact us for more information about how to register your interest.

What can Five Education offer you?

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Free specialist training (Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, etc.)
Recommend a friend bonus scheme (£150)
Refunded DBS cost after working 20 days
Guaranteed work scheme for stability and peace of mind
Specialist support and mentoring throughout your placement

Pay
Five Education operates a PAYE payroll - the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin charges or employer's NI. Please note, pay rate is illustrative and includes holiday pay.

Vetting
Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo checks including reference and TRA checks. If you do not have a non-voluntary enhanced DBS on the update service, a new DBS will need to be processed at a cost of £62.70, refunded after 20 days of work and once registered to the update service.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented at this level.