SEMH & Behaviour Support TA — Calm, Consistent Advocate

Protocol Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD and online training

Team Teach/behaviour-related training

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education in Sunderland is seeking a confident SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with pupils in a specialist setting. You’ll provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage with learning and develop resilience.

Ideal candidates are calm under pressure, patient and skilled at building trusting relationships. The role is full-time, term-time only, with pay between £98 and £120 per day depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous SEMH, PRU, alternative provision experience beneficial.
• All applicants require appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Building strong and trusting relationships.
• Supporting emotional regulation.
• Helping pupils identify triggers and coping strategies.
• Using positive behaviour approaches.
• Supporting pupils to re-engage with learning.
• Maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Supporting teachers within the classroom.
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Encouraging positive communication.
• Celebrating progress and achievements.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Patience

Confident and resilient

Consistency in approach

Job description

Protocol Education in Sunderland is seeking a confident SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with pupils in a specialist setting. You’ll provide 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils engage with learning and develop resilience.

Ideal candidates are calm under pressure, patient and skilled at building trusting relationships. The role is full-time, term-time only, with pay between £98 and £120 per day depending on experience.