SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Boroughbridge Salary: £ 88 – £ 110 per day Contract: Full Time Start Date: Immediate GSL Education are recruiting a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a secondary school in Boroughbridge. About the School The school is committed to creating a supportive environment where pupils feel safe, respected and encouraged to achieve their potential. Staff focus on building strong relationships with pupils while supporting their academic progress and emotional development. Responsibilities Support pupils with SEMH needs within the classroom Help manage behaviour and promote positive engagement Provide one to one support where required Work with teachers to implement behaviour support strategies Encourage confidence and resilience in learners Requirements Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs is beneficial Strong behaviour management skills Patient and understanding approach Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply 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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire. To apply, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up- to- date CV or apply directly via the GSL Education website.