Compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant for SEMH Support

Protocol Education; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

Long-term opportunities

Meaningful experience in specialist ed

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs in a specialist setting in the Stockton area, York region. You will help students regulate emotions, re-engage with learning, and build trusting relationships with children and staff.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to create a safe, supportive environment, celebrating progress beyond academics and providing consistent, calm day-to-day support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding checks.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH/SEND needs.
• Help students regulate emotions and re-engage with learning.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams.
• Maintain a consistent, calm presence throughout the day.
• Recognise progress, including non-academic achievements.

Skills

SEMH experience

Rapport building

Calm under pressure

Education

DBS check eligibility

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking a resilient SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs in a specialist setting in the Stockton area, York region. You will help students regulate emotions, re-engage with learning, and build trusting relationships with children and staff.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to create a safe, supportive environment, celebrating progress beyond academics and providing consistent, calm day-to-day support.