SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Bristol
Job Type: Contract
Reference: PBJ121225SEMH
Salary: £13.75 - £14.50/hour + PAYE/CPD/Refer a friend £50
Job Published: 12 December 2025

SEMH Teaching Assistant (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)

Location: South Bristol
Pay: £13.75 – £14.50 per hour

Protocol Education are searching for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils who need extra help managing emotions, building resilience, and engaging with school life.

This role involves working closely with individual pupils who may face barriers such as anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma-related difficulties. You’ll support them both in class and through tailored interventions, helping them build confidence and stability.

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has experience supporting SEMH pupils in schools, youth work, or care settings

  • Can remain calm and encouraging in challenging situations

  • Builds trust quickly and communicates with empathy

What Protocol Education can offer you:

  • Weekly pay through PAYE

  • Free Thrive training to strengthen your SEMH expertise

  • Access to CPD and ongoing consultant support

  • Long-term placements where you can make a lasting impact

📩 Apply today and become a trusted support for pupils who need you most