Can you stay calm when things get loud? Can you build trust with children who test it first?

This role supports Key Stage 2 pupils aged 7–11 with SEMH needs and emotional regulation difficulties.

This is not a passive classroom support role. You will be central to behaviour stability.

The Type of Person They’re Looking For

They need someone who is:

• Emotionally resilient
• Confident without being confrontational
• Consistent with boundaries
• Able to separate behaviour from the child
• Proactive rather than reactive

You must be comfortable holding firm boundaries calmly.

Daily Expectations & Routine

Morning Arrival
Support structured entry and emotional check-ins.

In-Class Support
• Work 1:1 with pupils during literacy and maths
• Redirect behaviour quietly and consistently
• Support restorative conversations
• Provide live feedback and encouragement

Unstructured Time
Lunchtime is supervised and structured. You will model positive interaction and help prevent conflict before it escalates.

Behaviour & Boundaries

• Swearing linked to frustration managed with redirection
• Verbal abuse not tolerated
• Clear stepped consequences
• Team Teach available long term
• Physical incidents rare but staff must be confident supporting de-escalation

Experience & Pay Scale

Experience in behaviour support, youth work or care settings is desirable.

However, it is not essential. Strong candidates with transferable skills can be appointed on a trainee TA scale with full mentoring.

If you’re steady under pressure and believe consistency changes lives, we want to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us to find out more.

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.

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