SEMH Teaching Assistant: Calm, Trust-Building Support

Protocol Education; North East; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

Long-term roles

Behaviour and pastoral development

Job summary

Protocol Education is partnering with a specialist SEMH provision in Middlesbrough to recruit a confident and compassionate Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, build trusting relationships, and help re-engage learners at their own pace in a stable, safe environment.

The role focuses on calm, patient support and collaboration with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to create consistent progress and wellbeing for each pupil.

Qualifications

• Has experience with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour (school or alternative settings)
• Remains calm and patient, even in high‑pressure situations
• Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Has resilience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Brings a sense of humour and perspective - every day is different!

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Helping students manage emotions, de-escalate situations, and refocus
• Working 1:1 or in small groups to support both learning and wellbeing
• Collaborating with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals
• Acting as a consistent, calm, and reliable presence throughout the day

Skills

SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Empathy

Patience

Relationship building

Job description

Protocol Education is partnering with a specialist SEMH provision in Middlesbrough to recruit a confident and compassionate Teaching Assistant. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, build trusting relationships, and help re-engage learners at their own pace in a stable, safe environment.

The role focuses on calm, patient support and collaboration with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals to create consistent progress and wellbeing for each pupil.