SEMH Teaching Assistant - Calm Support for Student Growth

Protocol Education Limited; Wells; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD

Specialist training

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a Somerset school. The role focuses on building trust, promoting positive behaviour and helping students feel safe and ready to learn.

You’ll work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals, using calm, patient approaches to support pupils with challenging behaviour.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in the classroom and around the school.
• Build positive relationships that help children feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to help every pupil succeed.
• Celebrate small wins as they can lead to breakthroughs.

Skills

SEMH experience

Calm under pressure

Empathy

Relationship building

Job description

Protocol Education Limited is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a Somerset school. The role focuses on building trust, promoting positive behaviour and helping students feel safe and ready to learn.

You’ll work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals, using calm, patient approaches to support pupils with challenging behaviour.