Social, Emotional & Mental Health Support
Primary Schools – South Tyneside & Sunderland
Milk Education are recruiting Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) Support staff to work across a range of primary schools in South Tyneside and Sunderland.
This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional emotional and behavioural needs and helping them to succeed both academically and socially.
The Role
As a Social, Emotional & Mental Health Support Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
Assist in creating a calm, safe and nurturing learning environment
Support pupils both in the classroom and in intervention spaces
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
Monitor and record progress and behaviour
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The Ideal Candidate
Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs (school, care, youth work or similar)
Patient, resilient and empathetic
Confident in managing challenging behaviour
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
What Milk Education Offer
Competitive daily rates of pay
Long-term and short-term roles available
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Dedicated consultant support
Wellbeing and mental health support
Locations: South Tyneside & Sunderland
Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities
Apply now to make a meaningful difference in a child’s education and wellbeing