Innov8 Workshops Address:
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP30 9ND Salary:
£26,500 - £28,000 per annum, full time equivalent, pro rata for term time, starting at £19,332 per annum Hours:
30 hours per week, 40 weeks per year, term time only Contract:
Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference:
0011
Innov8 Workshops
is looking for a
Primary Practitioner
. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Primary Practitioner to support children aged 5–11 with SEND and SEMH needs. Working within our therapeutic, trauma-informed team, you will help children develop confidence, emotional regulation, positive relationships and readiness to learn through nurturing, personalised support. This role is ideal for someone who excels at building trust with children who may struggle in traditional educational environments. Your responsibilities: deliver engaging, therapeutic and trauma-informed sessions tailored to the individual needs of children with SEND and SEMH needs
build positive, trusting relationships that help children feel safe, valued and supported
support children’s emotional wellbeing, confidence, development and progress towards individual goals
facilitate a range of creative, practical, sensory and outdoor activities that promote learning, growth and engagement
observe and record progress, sharing key observations with the wider team to support planning and development
maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and child welfare at all times
work collaboratively with colleagues to provide a consistent, nurturing and child-centred environment
participate in training and professional development, contributing to a reflective and continually improving service.
You will need Essential: experience working with primary-aged children, including those with SEND and/or SEMH needs
ability to build positive, trusting relationships and support emotional wellbeing.
a patient, compassionate and adaptable approach
understanding of trauma-informed practice, emotional safety and consistent boundaries
strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
commitment to safeguarding, professional boundaries and continuous professional development.
Desirable: knowledge of Thrive, ELSA or similar therapeutic approaches
experience using trauma-informed and nurture-led practices
relevant qualifications or training in emotional wellbeing and child development.
About us Make a Difference Every Day At Innov8 Workshops, we’re passionate about helping young people build confidence, develop skills, and discover their potential through creative, hands-on learning. We’re always looking for enthusiastic mentors and workshop leaders. Particularly those experienced in supporting young people with SEN, behavioural needs, or barriers to education. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. We invest in our people through ongoing training, professional development, and a supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves. We will offer you: a Vitality Healthcare Plan – GP appointments, talking therapies, eyecare and much more Blue Light Card discounts charity worker discounts and cashback schemes a supportive, values-driven culture where you can make a real difference every day. To find out more For further information, please email
How to apply To apply, please visit
our website Applications must be completed in full to be considered for shortlisting. Closing date:
1 pm, 17 November 2026. Interview date:
24 November 2026.
Innov8 Workshops is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.
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