SEMH & Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Weekly PAYE payments

Free CPD and online training

Dedicated education consultant

Support throughout placement

Long-term and permanent opportunities

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant with an interest in SEMH and behaviour support to join a specialist school setting in Sunderland. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils with emotional regulation, and assist teachers to maintain a calm, structured learning environment.

Ideal candidates are warm, patient and capable of building strong relationships with young people who may struggle with regulation and engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEMH and behaviour support would be highly beneficial.
• Able to provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Capable of building positive relationships with pupils to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and managing challenging situations.
• Assist teachers in maintaining a calm, structured learning environment.
• Encourage pupils to engage positively with their learning.
• Support behaviour management using restorative approaches.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Support pupils during lessons, break times and lunchtimes as required.
• Follow individual support plans and contribute towards pupils' progress.

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour support

1:1 support

Relationship building

Emotional regulation

Classroom support

Job description

Protocol Education is recruiting for a Teaching Assistant with an interest in SEMH and behaviour support to join a specialist school setting in Sunderland. You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, help pupils with emotional regulation, and assist teachers to maintain a calm, structured learning environment.

Ideal candidates are warm, patient and capable of building strong relationships with young people who may struggle with regulation and engagement.