Teaching Assistant - SEMH & Behaviour Support
Protocol Education · Sheriff Hill, England ·
Teaching Assistant – SEMH & Behaviour Support | Sunderland Location: Sunderland Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only Start Date: September 2026 Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm / 4:30pm Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience Make a real difference to pupils who need the right person in their corner.
Protocol Education are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant with an interest in SEMH and behaviour support to join a specialist school setting in Sunderland. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident, patient and able to build strong relationships with young people who may struggle with emotional regulation, behaviour, confidence or engagement in education.
The successful candidate will become a consistent and positive presence within the school, supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom. The Role As a Teaching Assistant,
you will
Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs. Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils. Support pupils with emotional regulation and managing challenging situations. Assist teachers in maintaining a calm, structured learning environment.
Encourage pupils to engage positively with their learning. Support behaviour management using positive and restorative approaches. Help pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills. Support pupils during lessons, break times and lunchtimes where required.
Provide encouragement and reassurance to pupils who may have previously struggled in mainstream education. Follow individual support plans and contribute towards pupils' progress. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is: Warm, approachable and confident.
Patient and resilient. Naturally good at building relationships with young people. Comfortable working with challenging behaviour. Able to remain calm under pressure. Consistent and reliable. Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning.
Experience within education, youth work, sports coaching, residential care, mentoring or support work would be highly beneficial. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be a bonus, particularly for candidates who are able to travel between different settings or locations.
Why Protocol Education? Competitive daily pay. Weekly PAYE payments. FREE CPD and online training. Dedicated education consultant. Support th...