SEMH Teaching Assistant

Are you a patient, resilient and compassionate individual with a passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning? We are currently recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to support pupils in mainstream primary schools who require additional social, emotional and behavioural support.

We have a variety of daily supply, short-term and long-term positions available, offering flexible opportunities for experienced support staff and those looking to build a career in education.

The Role

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may experience challenges with emotional regulation, behaviour, confidence or engagement in learning. Your support will be vital in helping them achieve success both academically and socially.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Building positive, trusting relationships with children
• Supporting pupils to regulate emotions and manage behaviour positively
• Encouraging engagement in classroom activities and learning
• Implementing strategies outlined in support plans
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting pupils' social skills, confidence and independence

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Calm, patient and resilient
• Passionate about supporting children who may face additional challenges
• Strong communicators with excellent relationship-building skills
• Positive role models who can inspire and motivate pupils
• Adaptable and confident working in a dynamic school environment

Desirable Experience

• Supporting children with SEMH needs
• Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant experience
• Youth work, mentoring or behavioural support roles
• Care, residential or support work with children and young people
• Sports coaching or community-based work
• Experience working with pupils with Autism, ADHD or behavioural needs

Requirements

• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Daily supply and long-term opportunities
• Flexible working to suit your availability
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to work across a range of mainstream primary schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Potential pathways into teaching, pastoral support and SEN careers

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children who need positive support, encouragement and guidance to thrive in school.

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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