Here at Education World we are excited to be recruiting for a special education school for students with SEMH and ASD to start in September 2026.

Are you a graduate in psychology or criminology?

Are you looking to build invaluable skills for your future aspirations in psychology, psychotherapy or working with young people?

Do you need some experience to help you decide which path you wish to go down?

This position offers a great opportunity to add to your portfolio by working with young people who present mental health difficulties, neuro-diversity and challenging behaviours. If you want to mentor, support and inspire young people in education this could be the perfect job for you.

The students at this provision attend here as the mainstream education setting is not quite suitable for their needs. They benefit from smaller class sizes, a specialist curriculum, and a bespoke structure with understanding teachers and mentors so that they engage and thrive during their every day school life.

This is not just a job, it offers the ability change the future of young people who may come from trauma or adverse childhood experiences. They may have anxiety, depression or PTSD. They may be involved in criminal activities outside of school. Understanding is key. Being emotionally available is key.

Some more info:

Hours: 32.5hrs per week, day shifts over Mon to Fri (term time only)
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Indefinite, could become permanent
Location: South Tyneside
Pay: £13.78+ per hour (PAYE)

You will need:

A valid DBS or be willing to apply for one (£65)
Proof of right to work
References
Degree level of education
UK Residency

In return we offer a huge opportunity of a permanent contract, significant experience to build your CV/portfolio and a highly rewarding job in education.

We look forward to receiving your application.

For further information on this SEMH and ASD Learning Support Assistant vacancy please apply via this advert and a member of Education World will be in touch thereafter.

Please be advised that this SEMH and ASD Learning Support Assistant role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

The SEMH and ASD Learning Support Assistant job vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date if we secure a suitable candidate so please apply ASAP to avoid any potential disappointment.

We look forward to receiving your application!