Compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant for SEMH

Protocol Education Limited; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in the Stockton area. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, help regulate emotions, and collaborate with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to foster a safe, trusting learning environment.

You will be a consistent, empathetic presence, building genuine rapport with pupils and celebrating progress beyond academics, with potential for long-term opportunities for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour.
• Stays calm under pressure and patient approach.
• Builds genuine rapport with pupils you can trust.
• Shows resilience, empathy and sense of humour.
• Understands that every day is different.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help regulate emotions and re-engage with learning.
• Work with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams.
• Be a consistent, calm presence throughout the day.
• Recognise and celebrate progress beyond academics.

Skills

SEMH experience

Patience under pressure

Rapport building

Empathy

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking a resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in the Stockton area. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, help regulate emotions, and collaborate with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams to foster a safe, trusting learning environment.

You will be a consistent, empathetic presence, building genuine rapport with pupils and celebrating progress beyond academics, with potential for long-term opportunities for the right candidate.