Resilient SEND/SEMH Teaching Assistant - Real Impact

Protocol Education Ltd; Billingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

Long-term opportunities

Specialist education experience

Job summary

Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH school in the Stockton area, and they’re searching for a resilient, compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who’s ready to make a real impact from day one.

You’ll support pupils with SEMH/SEND, help regulate emotions and re‑engage with learning, and work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams. This role is on site, with safeguarding at its core.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour
• Stays calm under pressure and approaches each day with patience
• Builds genuine rapport — you’re someone pupils naturally trust
• Brings resilience, empathy, and a sense of humour
• Understands that every day is different — and that’s okay

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Helping students regulate emotions and re‑engage with learning
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams
• Acting as a consistent, calm presence throughout the school day
• Recognising and celebrating progress — even when it’s not academic

Skills

Experience with SEMH/SEND

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH school in the Stockton area, and they’re searching for a resilient, compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who’s ready to make a real impact from day one.

You’ll support pupils with SEMH/SEND, help regulate emotions and re‑engage with learning, and work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral teams. This role is on site, with safeguarding at its core.