SEMH Specialist

Some children don't need someone to fix everything—they just need someone who won't give up on them.

Protocol Education is working in partnership with a number of welcoming and inclusive primary schools across BS6 to recruit compassionate, resilient and dedicated SEMH Learning Support Staff who understand that every behaviour has a reason behind it.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEND Practitioner or Intervention Support Worker, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to children who need consistency, patience and positive relationships to thrive.

You'll primarily support pupils across Key Stage 1, with occasional opportunities in EYFS and Key Stage 2, working one-to-one or with small groups of children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Many of the pupils you'll support may experience anxiety, attachment difficulties, emotional dysregulation or behaviours that challenge. Your role isn't simply about helping in the classroom—it's about becoming a trusted adult who helps children feel safe, understood and ready to learn.

Some days you'll celebrate huge breakthroughs. Other days, success might simply be helping a child regulate their emotions, join a lesson or finish the school day feeling proud of themselves. Every small step matters.

Working closely with teachers and SEND teams, you'll help create predictable routines, support behaviour plans, use positive de-escalation strategies, and adapt learning so every child has the opportunity to succeed. Whether you're supporting phonics, early maths, emotional check-ins or confidence-building activities, you'll play a key role in helping children reconnect with learning.

At Protocol Education, we know that the right support staff change lives. That's why we take the time to match you with schools that value your skills, appreciate your commitment, and provide environments where both pupils and staff can flourish.

You'll also have a dedicated consultant who understands the rewards and challenges of SEMH support and will be there with advice, regular check-ins and ongoing guidance throughout your placement.

Why Choose Protocol Education?

• Flexible work that fits around your lifestyle
• Competitive daily rates of £92–£96, paid weekly through PAYE
• Opportunities in welcoming local primary schools across BS6
• A dedicated consultant who genuinely understands SEND and SEMH settings
• A simple and easy-to-use booking system
• A £250 referral bonus when you recommend a friend

A Bit About You

• Experience supporting children in primary education, SEND or SEMH settings
• Calm, patient and nurturing, even in challenging situations
• Confident building positive, trusting relationships with young children
• Flexible and able to adapt your approach to meet individual needs
• Understanding of SEMH, SEND and additional learning needs
• Passionate about helping children develop confidence, resilience and a positive relationship with school

What We'll Need to Get You Started

• Valid passport or proof of right to work
• Two proofs of address (such as a driving licence, utility bill, council tax statement or P45/P60)
• An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• Two years of references, including childcare references where applicable
• An Overseas Police Check if you've lived overseas for three months or more within the last five years

Location: BS6

Pay: £92–£96 per day

If you're someone who believes that patience builds trust, consistency creates confidence, and every child deserves an adult who believes in them, we'd love to help you find a school where you can make a lasting difference.

Apply today and become the person who helps a child look forward to coming to 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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