Teaching Assistant

The Role:

You'll be supporting students who face barriers to learning due to SEMH challenges in EYFS. Working closely with teachers and pastoral staff, you'll play a key role in managing behaviour, developing trust-based relationships, and helping students regulate emotions and re-engage with education. Support may be 1:1 or within small group settings, depending on student need.

What We're Looking For:

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• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, or similar challenges
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• A calm, consistent, and patient approach to working with vulnerable learners
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• Strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills
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• A good understanding of trauma-informed practice or a willingness to learn
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• A proactive and flexible mindset
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• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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What You Can Expect:

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• A full-time, long-term role with the potential to become permanent
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• A structured and supportive school environment with a strong behaviour policy
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• Daily pay between £95.00 and £105.00, depending on experience
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• Comprehensive support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant
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• Access to high-quality training and CPD in SEMH and behaviour support
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This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with a background in education, care, youth work, or support services who is looking for a challenging but highly rewarding role.

Apply Now:

To express your interest and be considered for this opportunity, please contact:Lynne Ferguson