Full job descriptionSEMH Teaching Assistant – Pastoral Role
NE5, Newcastle upon Tyne
Full-Time | £92–£110 per day
Start Date: After May Half Term (Week Commencing 1st June)
We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive alternative provision setting in NE5, Newcastle. This is a full-time pastoral role, working closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support.
The ideal candidate will be ’thick-skinned’, calm under pressure, and able to build strong, trusting relationships with young people who may present challenging behaviours. A proactive attitude and a genuine commitment to supporting students’ personal development is essential.

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary of £92–£110 per day dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities:
*Provide pastoral support to students with SEMH needs
*Help manage behaviour in a positive and consistent manner
*Support students both in and out of the classroom
*Work collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams
Requirements:
*Experience working with SEMH or challenging behaviour (preferred)
*Strong resilience and emotional intelligence
*Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations
*Full-time availability
*Must have an enhanced DBS on the update service
If you’re passionate about making a difference and can handle a rewarding but demanding role, we’d love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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