SEMH Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking flexible SEMH Teaching Assistants to provide vital support to pupils facing emotional and mental health challenges. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with students, helping them develop resilience and emotional awareness while providing a nurturing environment. With opportunities for daily and long-term placements, you will be part of a friendly team that values your contributions and offers expert advice. Join us in making a real impact in education and help students feel seen, heard, and supported in their learning journey.

Benefits

Daily and long-term placements

Access to online training

Friendly team support

£50 Refer a Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Must have a DBS certificate and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Relevant experience in SEMH or behaviour support is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils experiencing SEMH difficulties.
• Help students develop resilience, emotional awareness, and self-regulation.

Skills

Empathy

Calm under pressure

Resilience development

Emotional awareness

Self-regulation

Education

DBS certificate

Relevant experience in SEMH or behaviour support

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Impact in Education

Are you calm under pressure, empathetic, and passionate about mental health? We're recruiting flexible SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in a range of supportive school environments. You'll provide crucial support to pupils dealing with emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges.

What You'll Do:

• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils experiencing SEMH difficulties.
• Help students develop resilience, emotional awareness, and self-regulation.
• Provide stability, encouragement, and consistent boundaries.

What We’re Looking For:

• A flexible attitude and willingness to travel up to an hour for work.
• A trauma-informed, nurturing approach.
• A DBS certificate and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Relevant experience in SEMH or behaviour support is a bonus.

Why Choose Protocol Education?

• Daily and long-term placements available.
• Access to online training in behaviour management and trauma-informed practice.
• Friendly team offering expert advice and support.
• £50 Refer a Friend bonus.

Take the First Step in a Meaningful Career
Apply today and help students feel seen, heard, and supported.

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