SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm, Consistent Support

Protocol Education Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a Behaviour & SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist setting in Gateshead. You will promote engagement, resilience, and positive behaviour during school hours.

The role suits someone who is calm, patient and consistent, with a background in youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, or residential care. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Background in youth work, residential care, sports coaching, mentoring or support work is valuable.
• Driving is essential for the role.
• Experience with SEMH is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Support pupils to engage with lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour.
• Help pupils manage emotions.
• Mentoring and encouraging young people.
• Develop confidence and resilience.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff.

Skills

Youth Work

Sports Coaching

Mentoring

Residential Care

Social Care

Behaviour Support

Teaching Assistant

Community Support

Tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a Behaviour & SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist setting in Gateshead. You will promote engagement, resilience, and positive behaviour during school hours.

The role suits someone who is calm, patient and consistent, with a background in youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, or residential care. A full UK driving licence is essential for this position.