SEMH Teaching Assistant – PRU Setting (South Tyneside)

Pay: £89 to £110 per day
Start: Immediate
Contract: Long-term

This role is perfect if you understand that behaviour isn’t “bad”, it’s communication.

You’ll support young people who may experience high levels of anxiety, frustration or disengagement, helping them rediscover success in a safe, structured environment. Small groups, predictable routines and consistent adults make all the difference here.

Your responsibilities:
• Supporting learners through anxiety, frustration and transitions
• Helping them re-engage with learning at a pace that suits them
• Using trauma-informed strategies and de-escalation
• Encouraging positive choices without judgement
• Working closely with teachers, mentors and therapeutic staff

We’re looking for someone who:
• Builds relationships before expectations
• Has worked in PRUs, SEMH, care or youth settings
• Can handle tough moments without losing compassion
• Understands that every pupil needs a fresh start each morning

A brilliant role for someone who believes in young people even when they don’t believe in themselves.

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.

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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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