SEND Primary Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sheffield. This temporary role involves supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, focusing on individualized approaches. Applicants should have a background in similar support roles and be committed to student welfare.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free CPD including SEND training

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEMH or additional needs.
• Flexible, person-centred approach.
• Calm, reliable presence for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to pupils' needs.
• Support behaviour management and create an inclusive environment.
• Work closely with teachers, families, and SENCOs.

Skills

Communication

Patience

De-escalation skills

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Sheffield

Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Pay dependent on experience and qualifications

Looking for a SEND role where you can really make a difference? This could be it.

We’re working with Sheffield schools who are looking for calm, compassionate and skilled Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. No two days are ever the same, but every day you’ll be helping a young person feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support, tailored to each pupil’s individual needs.

• Supporting behaviour management, record keeping and pastoral care.

• Assisting with communication, regulation, and classroom participation.

• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and families to ensure a joined-up approach.

• Creating an inclusive, positive space where all pupils can thrive.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or additional needs.

• Excellent communication and patience.

• A flexible, person-centred approach — understanding that one size never fits all.

• De-escalation skills and Team Teach training (desirable, but not essential).

• A calm, reliable presence that pupils can trust.

What you’ll get from Protocol Education:

• Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella companies.

• Fast and simple registration process.

• Access to free CPD including SEND, Thrive and behaviour management.

• A dedicated consultant who knows SEND and will support you every step of the way.

Interested?
Contact Sophie on 0114 252 1970 or email [e-mail]

Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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