SEMH and ASD Teaching Assistant

We’re looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) in a nurturing school environment.

If you’re someone who notices the quiet child in the corner, celebrates the small wins, and stays calm when things feel anything but, you’ll fit right in here.

What you’ll be doing

No two days look the same, and that’s part of the magic.

• Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups with SEMH and ASD needs
• Helping to create a calm, structured, and safe learning environment
• Using creative and adaptive approaches to keep learners engaged
• Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils who need consistency most
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

What we’re looking for

You don’t need to tick every box, but the right attitude is everything.

• Experience supporting children with SEMH and/or ASD
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour in a calm, supportive way
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Team player with a proactive mindset
• Bonus if you’ve had training in behaviour support, safeguarding, or interventions.

Why this role matters

You’ll be the person who helps a child feel understood.
The one who turns a tough morning into a manageable one.
The steady presence that makes school feel safe again.

And those moments? They stick.

Why work with Protocol Education?

We keep things human.

• Ongoing support from a consultant who actually listens
• Access to free CPD, including Thrive training to boost your SEMH toolkit
• Flexible working to fit around you
• Opportunities to grow your experience across different settings

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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