Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant | SEMH | Behaviour Support | Relationship-Based Practice | London
Are you someone who understands that behaviour is communication and that the young people who find school most difficult are often the ones who need the most consistent support?
A specialist education setting is seeking a compassionate, resilient and emotionally intelligent Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant to support children and young people who may have experienced adversity, disrupted relationships, emotional difficulties or challenges accessing mainstream education.
This is an opportunity for someone who looks beyond the behaviour in front of them and wants to understand what a young person might be communicating through it.
You'll help pupils develop trust, manage overwhelming emotions and gradually feel safe enough to engage with learning. You'll need empathy, patience and the confidence to maintain clear boundaries — particularly when a young person is struggling to do so themselves.
This isn't about letting behaviour go unchecked. It's about responding in a way that protects relationships, maintains safety and helps young people move forward.
The Role – As a Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant, you will: Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils who may struggle to trust adults or feel safe in school.
Support children and young people with SEMH, emotional regulation, attachment-related difficulties and trauma-related needs .
Recognise potential triggers and understand how previous experiences may influence behaviour, relationships and engagement.
Use calm, relational approaches to de-escalate challenging situations without unnecessarily increasing pressure.
Support pupils through periods of emotional dysregulation using co-regulation and individualised strategies.
Maintain predictable routines, clear expectations and consistent professional boundaries.
Help pupils identify their emotions, develop coping strategies and build greater self-awareness.
Support pupils to return to learning following difficult moments, at an appropriate pace.
Provide 1:1 and small-group support, adapting your approach to each pupil.
Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, SENCOs and other professionals to mai...
Trauma-informed TA in London employer: RIBBONS AND REEVES
RIBBONS AND REEVES is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing environment for aspiring Speech and Language Therapists. Located in Hounslow, the company fosters a collaborative work culture with a strong emphasis on professional development, providing ample opportunities for growth within the educational sector. Employees benefit from hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced professionals, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
