SEMH Support Assistant - 1:1 & Small Groups in School

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

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.