Job Title: Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Wingerworth, S42 Salary: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Inspire Change and Support Young Minds – Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant – Wingerworth (S42)! GSL Education are supporting a secondary school in Wingerworth (S42) to appoint a compassionate and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to work with pupils facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. If you are passionate about inclusion, behaviour support, and making a lasting impact, this role is a perfect fit. Role Overview: As a Secondary SEMH TA, you will work closely with pupils across KS3 and KS4 who require extra emotional, behavioural, and academic support. You will play a vital role in building trust, delivering targeted interventions, and helping students re-engage with education in a positive and safe environment. Key Responsibilities: Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis with SEMH-related needs. Assist in developing and implementing personalised behaviour and support plans. Encourage student engagement through positive relationships and resilience-building strategies. Support classroom teachers in managing behaviour and delivering accessible lessons. Monitor and report on student progress and behaviour to relevant staff. Help create a nurturing and inclusive classroom culture. Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, SENCOs, and external agencies. Job Requirements: Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or behavioural difficulties is essential. A calm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to student support. Knowledge of strategies to de-escalate challenging situations and manage behaviour positively. Team Teach, or similar training, is highly desirable (can be provided by GSL). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A genuine passion for supporting students facing barriers to learning. Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one). What We Offer: Competitive daily rates based on experience. A dedicated recruitment consultant to support your journey. Access to free training opportunities and professional development. Opportunity to be part of a supportive, values-driven school community. If you’re ready to support secondary-aged students with SEMH needs and want to contribute meaningfully in a rewarding environment, apply now to join the school in Wingerworth (S42). 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. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch