SEMH Teachers & Support Staff Needed – Tees Valley (Durham & North Yorkshire)
| Posting date: | 05 March 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 April 2026 |
| Location: | Durham, County Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Paragon Education Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Paragon Education is currently recruiting experienced SEMH Teachers and Support Staff to work across the Tees Valley region, including Durham and North Yorkshire, supporting schools partnered with Multi-Service Providers (MSPs). If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, we would love to hear from you.
Roles Available
SEMH Teachers
Behaviour Mentors
Teaching Assistants (TA)
Learning Support Assistants (LSA)
1:1 Behaviour Support Staff
These roles involve supporting pupils with SEMH needs, often within alternative provisions, specialist schools, PRUs, and mainstream schools with SEMH support units.
Key Responsibilities
Provide structured support for pupils with SEMH needs in classroom and small-group settings
Build positive, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and engagement
Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and MSP staff
Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
Help deliver personalised support plans and interventions
Experience & Qualifications Required
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
Relevant qualification such as QTS (for teachers), Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent experience in education or youth support roles
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed approaches
A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
Experience supporting pupils with ADHD, trauma backgrounds, or challenging behaviours
Why Work with Paragon Education
Opportunities across a supportive network of schools and MSP partnerships
Competitive pay rates
Flexible working opportunities
Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team
Apply Today
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact supporting SEMH pupils across the Tees Valley region, get in touch today.
Email: trishona@paragon-education.com
Phone: 01905 814754
Paragon Education
Roles Available
SEMH Teachers
Behaviour Mentors
Teaching Assistants (TA)
Learning Support Assistants (LSA)
1:1 Behaviour Support Staff
These roles involve supporting pupils with SEMH needs, often within alternative provisions, specialist schools, PRUs, and mainstream schools with SEMH support units.
Key Responsibilities
Provide structured support for pupils with SEMH needs in classroom and small-group settings
Build positive, trusting relationships to support emotional regulation and engagement
Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and MSP staff
Implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques
Help deliver personalised support plans and interventions
Experience & Qualifications Required
Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
Relevant qualification such as QTS (for teachers), Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent experience in education or youth support roles
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed approaches
A patient, resilient, and proactive approach
Experience supporting pupils with ADHD, trauma backgrounds, or challenging behaviours
Why Work with Paragon Education
Opportunities across a supportive network of schools and MSP partnerships
Competitive pay rates
Flexible working opportunities
Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team
Apply Today
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact supporting SEMH pupils across the Tees Valley region, get in touch today.
Email: trishona@paragon-education.com
Phone: 01905 814754
Paragon Education