SEMH Support Assistant

AMA Admin; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm

Compliance+ accreditation

Culture-fit placements

CPD courses

PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

Consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education are working in partnership with an 11-18 secondary school to recruit a SEMH Support Assistant to support pupils aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs within a mainstream setting.

You will help students regulate emotions and access learning through personalised activities, working alongside teachers and pastoral staff in a calm, supportive environment. The role requires resilience, empathy and patience, with a proactive approach to teamwork and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, alternative provision or youth work setting is desirable.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• A calm, resilient and empathetic approach with positive attitude in challenging situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged 11–16 with SEMH needs.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to encourage engagement, confidence and resilience.
• Support students to regulate emotions and use positive behaviour strategies.
• Work with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver personalised learning activities and adapt resources.
• Promote a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels respected.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Empathy

Resilience

Teamwork

Education

DBS (Enhanced) on update service

Job description

SEMH Support Assistant

Location: Longbenton, Newcastle-upn-Tyne

Working hours: 8.30am-3.10pm Monday to Friday

Pay rate: £500+ per week

Start date: November 2026

Milk Education are working in partnership with an 11-18 secondary school seeking a new SEMH Support Assistant to work with teenages with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a mainstream school environment and help guide them on their journey within their schooling environment.

This school's aim is to combine academic rigour with unwavering pupil wellbeing - fostering a safe, inclusive environment where every single pupil feels seen, suppported and challenged to reach their full potential.This setting is a highly supportive work environment and you will have the full support of the wider staff team and great 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. This role requires a high-level of resilience, patience and empathy for those who can show dysregulated behaviours.

SEMH Support Assistant Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged from 11-16 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 access this provision
• 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
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides - so you walk in ready on day one
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ens