SEMH Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and Thrive training

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking enthusiastic graduates in Psychology, Drama, Dance, or related fields to work as Teaching Assistants supporting children with SEMH in primary schools across Greater London.

You will provide 1:1 or small group support, using creative approaches to aid learning and emotional regulation, helping pupils build confidence and positive relationships. Opportunities for CPD and Thrive training are available.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology, Drama, Dance or related field.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Interest in child development, education careers or behaviour support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group SEMH support to pupils.
• Use creative approaches to support learning and emotional regulation.
• Help pupils build confidence, focus and positive relationships.
• Collaborate with teachers to maintain an inclusive classroom.

Skills

Psychology/Drama/Dance graduate

Communication skills

Interest in education

SEMH awareness

Education

Graduate in Psychology, Drama, Dance or related field

Job description

Just finished university and wondering how to use your degree to make a real difference?

Protocol Education is looking for enthusiastic graduates in Psychology, Drama, Dance, or similar fields to work as Teaching Assistants supporting children with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs) in primary schools.

This role is perfect if you're energetic, creative, and passionate about helping children who need a bit of extra support to thrive in the classroom.

What you'll do

• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Use creative approaches to support the development and engagement of children forlearning and emotional regulation
• Help pupils build confidence, focus, and positive relationships
• Work closely with teachers to create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment

What we're looking for

• Psychology, Drama, Dance, or related graduates, or candidates with similar experience
• A patient, positive, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• An interest in child development, behaviour support, or education careers

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Dedicated consultant support
• Free CPD and training, including Thrive training
• Excellent experience for careers in teaching, psychology, therapy, or youth work
• Opportunities in welcoming local primary schools

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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