Job Title: Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
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Job Title: Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Clay Cross, S45
Salary: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Start Date: Immediate
Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing secondary setting?
GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and resilient Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Clay Cross. This role is ideal for someone who can positively impact young pupils facing emotional or behavioural challenges helping them thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.
Role Overview:
As a Secondary SEMH TA, you will support primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs through consistent, tailored support that promotes emotional well-being and classroom engagement.
Responsibilities as a Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant:
* Provide targeted 1:1 or small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
* Encourage positive behaviour and help pupils develop coping and communication strategies.
* Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and outside agencies to implement individual support plans.
* Foster a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment.
* Assist pupils in building self-esteem, confidence, and resilience.
Requirements for Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant:
* Previous experience supporting children with SEMH, behavioural, or additional needs.
* A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to behaviour management.
* Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
* Provide a full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps over the last 10 years.
Why work with GSL Education?
* Dedicated consultants committed to matching you with the right setting.
* Access to ongoing professional development and support.
* Competitive daily pay and prompt weekly payments.
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.
To apply for the Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.
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