Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant/Behaviour Support
Location: Dinnington
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs? A welcoming school in Dinnington is seeking a committed and resilient SEMH TA/Behaviour Support professional to join their team and make a meaningful difference in students’ educational journeys.
About the School:
The school provides a structured and supportive setting tailored to students who require additional guidance with behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning. With a strong focus on inclusion and restorative practice, the school promotes positive relationships and consistent routines. Staff are dedicated to creating a calm, respectful atmosphere where students feel understood, supported, and motivated to achieve both academically and personally.
About the Role:
As a SEMH TA/Behaviour Support, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide targeted support for students who require additional behavioural and emotional guidance. You will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour strategies, building strong relationships, and helping students access learning successfully.
Responsibilities:
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with SEMH needs, helping them regulate emotions and engage in lessons.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and personalised support plans consistently.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students to encourage confidence and resilience.
• Support classroom teachers in delivering structured and engaging learning activities.
• Monitor and record student progress, behaviour, and interventions accurately.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment at all times.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience supporting students with SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable.
• Strong understanding of positive behaviour management strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent in challenging situations.
• A proactive and compassionate approach to supporting young people.
This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact students’ development and well-being in Dinnington. To apply for the position of SEMH TA/Behaviour Support, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as a SEMH TA/Behaviour Support, you should:
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Matilda Hume at GSL Education ((url removed)) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEMH TA/Behaviour Support, please apply via the application link