SEMH Teaching Assistant
Long-Term | Tower Hamlets | Immediate or January Start**
Some pupils need a steady hand and a familiar face more than anything else. If you’re the kind of person who can stay calm in the storm and bring quiet confidence to the classroom, this SEMH school in Tower Hamlets would love to have you on board.
We’re supporting a fantastic specialist secondary setting that works with pupils who experience social, emotional, and mental health needs. They’re looking for a Teaching Assistant who can build trust, support behaviour positively, and help pupils feel safe enough to learn.
What you’ll be doing
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Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
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Helping young people re-engage with learning using structure, empathy, and calm routines
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Working closely with teachers, behaviour mentors, and pastoral staff
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Using de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed approaches
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Celebrating small wins and helping pupils build confidence day by day
What the school is looking for
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Experience in SEMH, PRU, or alternative provisions is ideal
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Someone calm, patient, and emotionally available
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A great communicator who can build strong, respectful relationships
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Someone who doesn’t take behaviour personally and understands the ‘why’ behind it
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A natural team player with a resilient, positive approach
What you get with Protocol Education
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Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
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Access to FREE CPD, including behaviour support and trauma-informed practice
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Support from a consultant who knows the local SEMH landscape
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Opportunities to train in Thrive and boost your long-term experience
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A school that genuinely values the adults who support their young people
If you want a role where you can change the trajectory of a young person’s day, week, or future, this could be exactly the place for you.