Specialist Group Guide Teaching Assistant (SEMH) Salary: £22,134 - £24,011.00 per annum Hours: 33 hours per week, Monday–Friday Contract: Permanent - Term time only + 5 inset days Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire We’re looking for a dedicated and empathetic Specialist Group Guide Teaching Assistant to join our client’s supportive school community, working with pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You’ll play a key role in helping a small group of students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally — providing stability, structure, and encouragement throughout the school day. Main Responsibilities * Provide dedicated, day-to-day support to a small group of students with complex SEMH needs. * Help pupils regulate their emotions and behaviour, acting as a trusted and consistent adult presence. * Model calm, positive, and resilient behaviour, maintaining clear and respectful boundaries. * Support students’ engagement in learning, encouraging participation in lessons and school life. * Facilitate smooth transitions between lessons and activities, helping students manage change and maintain focus. * Promote inclusion by encouraging participation in all classroom and extracurricular activities. * Support the work of subject and pastoral leads to ensure appropriate academic and emotional support is in place. * Implement ...