SEMH Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Telford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. In this rewarding role, you will provide tailored support to help students engage with their learning and school life. Your efforts will foster a nurturing environment that promotes social and emotional development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for making a meaningful difference in young people's lives and the ability to implement individual learning strategies. Join a leading education recruitment agency and make a positive impact in the lives of students across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to online training courses

Support from experienced consultants

Generous refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or a strong interest in SEN/SEMH.
• Ability to follow and implement tailored educational strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs.
• Collaborate with staff to follow EHCPs and individual learning strategies.
• Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with children with additional needs

Passion for supporting young people

Patience and empathy

Understanding of diverse learning needs

Ability to implement EHCPs

Resilience and adaptability

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Shropshire

Salary: £90-£95 per day

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEMH provision in Shrewsbury, seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students facing emotional and behavioural challenges that affect their learning. These students may present with conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma-related difficulties, or oppositional behaviours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, helping them to engage with learning and school life.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to follow Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) and other individualised learning strategies.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that supports the social and emotional development of every student.
• Build positive relationships and act as a consistent, supportive presence in students' school experience.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a proactive approach in responding to day-to-day classroom challenges.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with additional needs, or a strong interest in working within the SEN/SEMH sector.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and making a meaningful difference in their educational journey.
• Patience, empathy, and a strong understanding of diverse learning needs.
• The ability to follow and implement EHCPs or tailored educational strategies.
• A resilient, adaptable, and professional attitude.

What Protocol Education Offers:

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella fees or hidden costs).
• Access to over 50 online training courses (including qualifications at Diploma and Certificate level).
• A dedicated team of experienced consultants offering support and career guidance.
• A generous refer-a-friend scheme.
• The opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, trusted by over 4,000 clients.
• Over 10,000 candidates successfully placed into education roles across the UK.

Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this role.

If you believe you are the right fit for this SEMH Teaching Assistant position, we encourage you to apply today. For further information or to discuss the role, please contact Alanna on 01902 313820 or email [e-mail]