We're working with a specialist SEMH provision in South Shields that is looking to appoint SEMH Teaching Assistants for the new academic year.

Operating across two sites, the provision supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs, providing a structured and nurturing environment where every pupil can succeed.

We're looking for compassionate and resilient individuals who are committed to supporting young people with additional needs.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small groups
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Supporting pupil engagement and learning outcomes
• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress

What we're looking for

• Experience supporting children or young people
• A patient, calm and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• An interest in SEMH and alternative provision settings
• A genuine passion for supporting young people
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What you can expect from Protocol

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Ongoing support from a consultant who genuinely cares
• Free CPD and online training opportunities

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 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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