Mental Health Support Worker - Secondary SEMH
- South Shields, Tyne and Wear
- Temporary
- Full-time
Location: Northumberland
Salary: £89–£108 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2025Calm, caring, and ready to be someone’s safe space? This could be the role for you.We’re working with a range of specialist and mainstream schools across Northumberland that support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH). They’re looking for Mental Health Support Workers who can bring patience, empathy, and resilience into the classroom—and help young people feel seen, heard, and valued.This isn’t about ticking boxes or sticking to scripts. It’s about showing up, staying calm when things get tricky, and offering consistent support that builds trust over time.What you’ll be doingSupporting children and young people with SEMH and behavioural needsBuilding strong, supportive relationships to help pupils feel safe and regulatedDelivering wellbeing interventions tailored to individual needsWorking closely with teachers, SENCOs and therapists to take a joined-up, trauma-informed approachEncouraging positive behaviour and celebrating progress in all its formsWhat we’re looking forExperience supporting young people with SEMH, trauma, or emotional needsConfident using de-escalation strategies and a calm, consistent toneA patient, empathetic presence who can build trust over timeBackground in education, youth work, psychology, care or mental health supportWith Protocol Education, you’ll getWeekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella deductionsFree access to CPD, including de-escalation, mental health, and safeguardingPersonalised support from a local consultant who under
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