SEMH Support Assistant — Empower Teens’ Learning

AMA Admin; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

APSCo Compliance+

Culture-matched placements

Priority partnership network

CPD courses

PSHE resources

Educator wellbeing resources

School prep pack

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a SEMH Support Assistant to work with teenagers who have experienced adverse childhood experiences within a school setting. The role focuses on emotional regulation and enabling pupils aged 11-16 to engage with learning in a supportive environment.

Based in Birtley, Gateshead, you will work 8.30 am–3.30 pm, Monday to Friday, with a weekly pay of £450–£500 and a strong emphasis on resilience, empathy and collaboration with teachers and pastoral staff.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a school, alternative provision or youth work is desirable but not essential.
• Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Calm, resilient and empathetic approach with children and young people.
• 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 relationships to encourage engagement, confidence and resilience.
• Help students regulate emotions and apply positive behaviour strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers and pastoral staff to deliver personalised learning activities.
• Promote a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where every student can succeed.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Numeracy

Literacy

Teamwork

Positive behaviour strategies

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a SEMH Support Assistant to work with teenagers who have experienced adverse childhood experiences within a school setting. The role focuses on emotional regulation and enabling pupils aged 11-16 to engage with learning in a supportive environment.

Based in Birtley, Gateshead, you will work 8.30 am–3.30 pm, Monday to Friday, with a weekly pay of £450–£500 and a strong emphasis on resilience, empathy and collaboration with teachers and pastoral staff.