Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Dinnington, S25
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives, particularly those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Dinnington, S25. As an SEMH TA, you will provide tailored support to students, helping them navigate social and emotional challenges while achieving academic success in a positive, nurturing classroom environment.
Responsibilities as an SEMH Teaching Assistant:
* Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
* Use de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviour and promote emotional regulation.
* Build trusting relationships with students, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
* Support teachers in creating an environment where students feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
* Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic student support.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
* Experience working with students with SEMH needs is highly desirable.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage challenging behaviour with patience.
* A compassionate, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting students.
* A valid, enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A CV covering the last 10 years of employment history, with any gaps clearly explained.
What GSL Education Offers:
* Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
* Support from dedicated consultants with strong local school connections.
* A fair, transparent, and ethical recruitment process.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff to schools across the UK.
To apply for the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ and submit your most up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.