Trauma Informed Teaching Assistant

Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistants - Primary School Opportunities

is looking for experienced trauma-informed practitioners to support primary-aged pupils as Teaching Assistants across a range of school settings, on both supply and long-term placements.

Primary schools are increasingly seeking support staff with experience working with children who have experienced trauma, adverse childhood experiences, attachment needs, or social, emotional and mental health challenges. Many pupils need consistent adults who can provide emotional safety, structure, and trusted relationships to help them engage in school successfully.

This role would suit professionals from backgrounds including social care, residential care, family support, youth services, mental health support, or therapeutic settings. If you have experience supporting vulnerable children or young people through emotional barriers, dysregulation, or behavioural challenges, your skills are highly transf...