Leverl 3 Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education is proud to be working with a primary school in Wolverhampton that's on a real journey of improvement. Expectations are rising, for pupils, for staff, and for the wider community, with a shared commitment to high-quality teaching, strong relationships, and meaningful outcomes.

This is a school that truly believes every child deserves the right support to succeed, not just academically, but in life. Pastoral care sits at the heart of what they do, alongside a knowledge-rich curriculum and clear, consistent behaviour expectations.

The Role

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Behaviour and SEMH Support

We're looking for a confident, committed Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs. This role is all about consistency, being the calm in the storm, and showing up daily as a steady, trusted adult when things feel tricky.

• Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Using de-escalation and regulation strategies calmly and confidently
• Building strong, consistent relationships so pupils feel respected and heard
• Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams, SEN staff, and external professionals
• Supporting behaviour plans and contributing to engagement strategies
• Helping pupils access learning while building confidence, resilience, and independence

About the School

This school has clear direction and strong leadership; staff feel supported, expectations are consistent, and improvement is purposeful, not rushed.

• Delivering a structured, engaging curriculum that builds strong subject knowledge and life skills
• Preparing pupils to be responsible, respectful, and active members of their community
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
• Investing in staff development and ongoing professional growth

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent
• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, behavioural challenges, or additional needs
• Brings a calm, patient, and resilient approach, even when the day throws a curveball
• Understands the importance of boundaries, consistency, and empathy
• Works well as part of a team and communicates confidently with colleagues and families
• Is genuinely motivated to help young people thrive, both in school and beyond

Benefits & Requirements

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position, but in some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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