Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education

📍 Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

FULL TIME Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations Posted June 18, 2026

Job Description

Can you look beyond behaviour and see the child underneath?


Many pupils in alternative provision have experienced trauma, instability or significant challenges outside school.

That’s why we’re looking for Trauma-Informed Teaching Assistants to join a nurturing Pupil Referral Unit (PRU).

This is more than a classroom role — it’s about creating safety, trust and stability.

What your day might look like:

Providing emotional and learning support

Helping pupils feel safe and regulated

Using resto...