SEMH Teaching Assistant

Permanent part-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference EH-SEMH-3009_1790766003
Closing date October 30, 2026
Location Sunderland, United Kingdom. Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SEMH Teaching Assistant

  • Newcastle & Tyne and Wear
  • £95-£105 per day
  • Full-Time | Long-Term Supply Opportunities
  • Start Dates Available ASAP & Ongoing

    • Are you passionate about supporting children and young people who require additional emotional and behavioural support to succeed in education?

    Veritas Education is recruiting SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across a range of specialist provisions and alternative settings throughout Newcastle and the wider Tyne and Wear area. These are full-time opportunities, with long-term placements available for suitably matched candidates.

    You will be supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to engage in learning, develop positive relationships, improve emotional regulation and achieve their individual goals.

    About the Schools

    The schools are specialist settings dedicated to supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs. They provide nurturing, inclusive environments where pupils are supported both academically and emotionally, with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, personal development, resilience and preparation for adulthood.

    Working within these settings offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people's lives while benefiting from excellent support and training from experienced education professionals.

    This Role May Suit:

  • SEMH Teaching Assistants
  • Behaviour Support Assistants
  • Learning Mentors
  • Youth Workers
  • Sports Coaches
  • Residential Support Workers
  • Care and Support Workers
  • Psychology Graduates
  • Individuals with experience supporting vulnerable children or young people

    • The Successful Candidate Will:

  • Build positive relationships with pupils
  • Remain calm, patient and resilient under pressure
  • Support behaviour for learning strategies
  • Promote engagement, confidence and independence
  • Work effectively as part of a wider school team

    • What We Offer:

  • £95-£105 per day
  • Full-time opportunities across Tyne and Wear
  • Long-term positions for suitable candidates
  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • Free CPD and training opportunities
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

    • If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day presents an opportunity to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today to begin your journey supporting young people across Tyne and Wear's specialist education settings.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

    Apply now