SEMH and ASD Teaching Assistant

Education World Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Education World Ltd in South Tyneside is recruiting for a SEMH/ ASD Learning Support Assistant to start in September 2026. You will work with students with mental health needs, neuro-diversity and challenging behaviour to support their learning in a specialist setting.

The role offers 32.5 hours per week, term time only, with an ASAP start and potential for permanent placement. A DBS and right to work checks are required, along with references and UK residency.

Qualifications

• A valid DBS or be willing to apply for one (£65)
• Proof of right to work
• References
• Degree level of education
• UK Residency

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH and ASD students in daily school activities and learning tasks.
• Mentor, support and inspire young people to engage with a bespoke curriculum.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of students in a special education setting.

Education

Degree level of education

Job description

Here at Education World we are excited to be recruiting for a special education school for students with SEMH and ASD to start in September 2026.

Are you a graduate in psychology or criminology?

Are you looking to build invaluable skills for your future aspirations in psychology, psychotherapy or working with young people?

Do you need some experience to help you decide which path you wish to go down?

This position offers a great opportunity to add to your portfolio by working with young people who present mental health difficulties, neuro‑diversity and challenging behaviours. If you want to mentor, support and inspire young people in education this could be the perfect job for you.

The students at this provision attend here as the mainstream education setting is not quite suitable for their needs. They benefit from smaller class sizes, a specialist curriculum, and a bespoke structure with understanding teachers and mentors so that they engage and thrive during their every day school life.

This is not just a job, it offers the ability to change the future of young people who may come from trauma or adverse childhood experiences. They may have anxiety, depression or PTSD. They may be involved in criminal activities outside of school. Understanding is key. Being emotionally available is key.

Some More Info

• Hours: 32.5hrs per week, day shifts over Mon to Fri (term time only)
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Indefinite, could become permanent
• Location: South Tyneside
• Pay: £13.78+ per hour (PAYE)

You Will Need

• A valid DBS or be willing to apply for one (£65)
• Proof of right to work
• References
• Degree level of education
• UK Residency

In return we offer a huge opportunity of a permanent contract, significant experience to build your CV/portfolio and a highly rewarding job in education.

We look forward to receiving your application.

The SEMH and ASD Learning Support Assistant job vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date if we secure a suitable candidate.

Please be advised that this SEMH and ASD Learning Support Assistant role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.