Thrive Teaching Assistant

Overview

Become a Thrive Practitioner & Make a Lasting Difference

Role:
Thrive Teaching Assistant (Level 3 or equivalent)

Location:

Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Contract:

Term-time, Monday – Friday (8:30am – 3:30pm)

Daily Rate: £88.94 – £110 (including holiday pay)

Are you trained in the Thrive Approach® or passionate about trauma-informed, emotional wellbeing support in schools? We are looking for a compassionate and proactive Thrive Practitioner to join a supportive Primary School.

• Apply Thrive strategies in one-to-one and small-group sessions, helping pupils understand their emotions, regulate behaviour, and build self-esteem in a safe and structured environment.
• Observe progress, celebrate breakthroughs, and contribute to a whole-school culture of emotional health.
• Access further training and professional development to deepen Thrive practice and expand the SEN and wellbeing toolkit.
• Refer qualified Thrive practitioners to Academics and receive rewards as outlined in the referral program.

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Thrive training or experience applying Thrive principles in an educational setting
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice, attachment, and social-emotional development
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, autism, anxiety, or communication needs
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive, child-centred education
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Ready to help children thrive, not just cope?

If you’re passionate about emotional wellbeing and want to use your Thrive skills in a rewarding school-based role, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Charlotta today:

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