Job Title: Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Chesterfield Salary: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-time Do you have the patience, empathy, and resilience to support young learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? GSL Education are currently seeking a full-time Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support. As a Primary SEMH TA, you will empower vulnerable pupils by offering care, structure, and emotional guidance in their daily school life. As a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs. Support emotional regulation, self-esteem, and behavioural development. Assist with off-site learning and pupil transport where necessary. Build trusting relationships with pupils, families, and staff. Promote inclusion and wellbeing in a nurturing primary environment. To be a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will: Have previous experience supporting children with SEMH, trauma, or behavioural difficulties. Be calm, nurturing, and able to de-escalate challenging situations effectively. Must hold a full UK driving licence, have access to a vehicle, and valid business insurance. Be committed to making a positive impact in a child’s educational journey. Have an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one. Provide a full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps over the past 10 years. Why work with GSL Education? Competitive daily rates based on experience. Supportive and knowledgeable education consultants to guide your job search. Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, please click “apply now” and submit your CV. One of our consultants will be in touch shortly.