SEMH Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision
- Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
- £108 per day
- Temporary
- Full-time
Salary: £89-£108 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025Can you offer calm in the chaos and connection where it counts?We’re working with a brilliant alternative provision in Gateshead supporting young people who’ve experienced social, emotional, or mental health challenges. They’re on the lookout for a resilient, empathetic Teaching Assistant who can help pupils re-engage with learning-and believe in themselves again.What makes this setting stand out:A strong belief that every young person can succeed with the right supportA curriculum shaped by individual needs and rooted in real-life outcomesA consistent, trauma-informed approach that values relationships above allStaff who lead with compassion, high expectations, and firm boundariesYour role:Supporting pupils aged 11–16 in and out of the classroomBuilding strong, respectful relationships with young people who may not trust easilyHelping pupils regulate their emotions and re-engage with learningWorking as part of a multidisciplinary team including therapists and mentorsSupporting delivery of a flexible curriculum, including life skills and vocational learning
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