SEMH Teaching Assistant | Primary & Secondary | Newcastle
Location: Newcastle and surrounding areas
Contract: Full-time / Long-term / Temp-to-Perm
Pay: £89–£106 per day (depending on experience)
Do you have a knack for connecting with young people who need a little extra support?
We’re looking for a confident and caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to work across primary and secondary schools in Newcastle, supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
You’ll be helping students find calm, focus, and confidence — turning challenges into small wins and every day into a step forward.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Supporting pupils with SEMH needs, helping them regulate emotions and stay engaged
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Building strong, trusting relationships with students and staff
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Assisting teachers in creating positive, structured learning environments
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Encouraging independence, resilience, and progress in learning and behaviour
You’ll Be a Great Fit If You…
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Have experience supporting young people with SEMH or additional needs
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Can adapt across primary and secondary settings with confidence
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Are patient, proactive, and calm under pressure
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Drive and have access to your own transport (preferred but not essential)
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Hold a degree or relevant experience in education, psychology, youth work, or similar
Why Join Protocol Education?
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Weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella companies)
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FREE access to our online CPD Academy
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1:1 consultant support from our Newcastle team
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Opportunities in SEMH, SEND, and mainstream schools
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A quick, supportive registration process — because we know your time matters
If you’re ready to make a real difference in a child’s day — and their future — hit Apply Now.
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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