SEMH Support Assiistant

AMA Admin; Blyth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm routes

APSCo compliance

Culture-matched placements

CPD courses

Free PSHE resources

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting a SEMH Support Assistant to work with young people aged 5-17 who have social, emotional and mental health needs in a Blyth school setting. You will support emotional regulation and help pupils access learning with patience and empathy.

The role offers full-time hours (8.30am-3.30pm, Monday to Friday) starting November 2026, with robust school support and access to Milk Education's CPD resources and safeguarding training.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a school, alternative provision or youth work setting is desirable but not essential.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged from 5-17 years old with social, emotional and mental health needs
• Building positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement, confidence and resilience
• Supporting students to regulate their emotions and use positive behaviour strategies
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to deliver personalised learning activities and adapt resources to meet individual needs
• Promoting a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels respected, understood and able to succeed

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

SEMH Support Assistant

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

Working hours: 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday

Start date: November 2026

Milk Education are recruiting for a SEMH Support Assistant to work with young people with adverse childhood experiences and guide them on their journey within their schooling environment.

The school predominantly caters for children aged 5-17 who have social, emotional and mental health needs. This role requires a high level of resilience, patience and empathy for those who can show dysregulated behaviours and have trauma responses. This setting is a highly supportive work environment and you will have the full support of the wider staff team and exceptional senior leadership.

Your role as a SEMH Support Assistant is to support the students with emotional regulation and gently encourage them to access their learning in a way which meets their needs.

SEMH Support Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged from 5-17 years old with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs
• Building positive, trusting relationships that encourage engagement, confidence and resilience
• Supporting students to regulate their emotions and use positive behaviour strategies
• Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff to deliver personalised learning activities and adapt resources to meet individual needs
• Promoting a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels respected, understood and able to succeed

SEMH Support Assistant Person Specification:

• Recent experience working in a school, alternative provision or youth work setting is desirable but not essential
• Experienced Support Workers who are open to working with children would also fit this role perfectly due to the needs of the young people who attend this school
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• A calm, resilient and empathetic approach, with the ability to remain positive in challenging situations
• Ability to work proactively, both independently and as part of a team
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through the Milk Academy
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers