SEND Teaching Assistant

This isn’t your typical classroom role — and we’re not looking for a typical Teaching Assistant. If you’re the kind of person who can stay grounded when things feel chaotic, build trust where it’s been broken, and see behaviour for what it really is — communication — then this could be exactly what you’ve been looking for. Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH school in the Stockton area, and they’re searching for a resilient, compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant who’s ready to make a real impact from day one. What makes this role different? This is a setting where: Relationships come before resultsPatience is more powerful than pressureSmall steps forward are celebrated in a big way You won’t just be “supporting learning” — you’ll be helping young people feel safe, understood, and capable again. What your day could look like: Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needsHelping students regulate emotions and re-engage with learningWorking closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teamsActing as a consistent, calm presence throughout the school dayRecognising and celebrating progress — even when it’s not academic We’re looking for someone who: Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviourStays calm under pressure and approach each day with patienceBuilds genuine rapport — you’re someone pupils naturally trustBrings resilience, empathy, and a sense of humourUnderstands that every day is different — and that’s okay Why you’ll love working with Protocol Education: Weekly PAYE pay — no umbrella companiesFree access to our CPD Academy (including SEND training)A dedicated consultant who actually listens to youLong-term opportunities in supportive, well-matched schoolsA chance to build meaningful experience in specialist education Important Information: All applicants must have (or be willing to obtain): An enhanced DBS check (with Update Service subscription)Relevant qualifications or experience for the role Protocol Education is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance, including an online search where appropriate. This role is temporary, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate. Ready to make a real difference? If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want to be part of something meaningful — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start changing lives tomorrow. 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. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.