Mental Health Teaching Assistant

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Mental Health Teaching Assistant, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client: Protocol Education

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 534b58e507ab

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Protocol Education is currently recruiting for a Mental Health Teaching Assistant to work with children with Social Emotional Mental Health needs in a specialist setting. The students attend schools that support children with ASC, SEMH, complex learning disabilities, or those with a statement of educational need or an EHCP. The schools aim to support each child's development of self-esteem, achievement of personal targets, and enthusiasm for learning, inspiring and motivating pupils regardless of their individual needs.

The ideal candidate will be professional, passionate about SEND/Social Emotional Mental Health, adaptable to meet individual needs, and possess excellent behaviour management skills.

If you have what it takes, you can join an experienced, innovative team with great potential!

We are looking for someone who:

• Believes every student can make outstanding progress regardless of background or need
• Is rigorous, determined, creative, and inspirational as a leader
• Uses a variety of communication methods to present engaging lessons and CPD sessions
• Is caring, with a drive to develop strong relationships and promote well-being among staff, students, parents, and the community

In return, we offer:

• A commitment to your professional development
• Strong, supportive leadership and staff
• Wonderful pupils who will reward you with lasting memories

If this sounds like you, don't delay. Apply today. For a confidential chat or to learn about other positions, please call us.

Applicants require appropriate qualifications and training. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for details.

Pay rates are inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanent roles later.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding children. We conduct safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance, which may include online searches. We offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must undertake or have completed a valid DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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