SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm Support to Re-engage Pupils

Protocol Education; Thornley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

Long-term roles

Behaviour/pastoral development

Job summary

Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH provision in Middlesbrough, seeking a confident Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs, helping them stay engaged and progress at their own pace.

The role is about building trusting relationships, staying calm under pressure, and collaborating with teachers and pastoral staff to create a stable, supportive environment where every breakthrough matters.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour in schools or similar settings.
• Calm, patient, and consistent in challenging situations.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and support re-engagement with education.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs and manage emotions.
• De-escalate situations and refocus students.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups to support learning and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals.
• Be a consistent, calm, and reliable presence throughout the day.

Skills

SEMH experience

SEND experience

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Job description

Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH provision in Middlesbrough, seeking a confident Teaching Assistant to join their team. You will support pupils with SEMH and SEND needs, helping them stay engaged and progress at their own pace.

The role is about building trusting relationships, staying calm under pressure, and collaborating with teachers and pastoral staff to create a stable, supportive environment where every breakthrough matters.