Teaching Assistant

This role isn t easy but it is incredibly rewarding. If you understand that challenging behaviour often comes from unmet needs If you can stay calm, patient, and consistent when others might step back And if you re motivated by seeing real, hard-earned progress Then this could be the role that truly makes a difference for both you and the pupils you support. Protocol Education is working with a specialist SEMH provision in Darlington, looking for a confident and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team. What makes this role stand out? This isn t about ticking boxes or sticking rigidly to lesson plans. It s about: Building trusting relationships with pupils who may have struggled in mainstream settings Creating a sense of stability, safety, and routine Supporting young people to re-engage with education at their own pace Here, every breakthrough matters no matter how small it might seem. What your day could look like: Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs Helping students manage emotions, de-escalate situations, and refocus Working 1:1 or in small groups to support both learning and wellbeing Collaborating with teachers, pastoral staff, and external professionals Acting as a consistent, calm, and reliable presence throughout the day We re looking for someone who: Has experience with SEMH, SEND, or challenging behaviour (school or alternative settings) Remains calm and patient, even in high-pressure situations Can build ..... full job details .....