SEMH Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

Protocol Education

  • Northumberland
  • £108 per day
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
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Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant – Alternative Provision
Location: Northumberland
Salary: £89–£108 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025Got the calm, care, and grit to make a difference?We’re supporting a fantastic alternative provision in Northumberland that’s changing the story for young people facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. They’re looking for a resilient, compassionate Teaching Assistant who can help students feel safe, supported, and seen—often for the first time.This is a role where every steady presence counts and every good day starts with connection.What makes this setting special:A trauma-informed approach that puts relationships at the heartA flexible, practical curriculum designed to support real outcomesA team that works together—therapists, mentors, and educators all pulling in the same directionHigh expectations, firm boundaries, and a deep belief in what’s possibleYou’ll be:Supporting pupils aged 11–16 inside and outside the classroomHelping students manage their emotions and rebuild trustPart of a skilled team working to re-engage pupils in learningContributing to vocational learning, life skills, and academic supportYou’ll need:Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needsA calm, consistent and non-judgemental approachConfidence with behaviour management and de-escalationThe ability to build strong, respectful relationshipsA belief that every young person deserves a fresh startWhy Protocol Education?

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