Job description
Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: York
Pay Rate: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: April 2026 or sooner
GSL Education are seeking an experienced Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a specialist primary provision in the York area.
About the School
This specialist setting supports primary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. The school focuses on emotional regulation, positive behaviour strategies and creating a safe and structured learning environment where pupils can rebuild confidence and re-engage with education.
Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 and small group SEMH support
* Support emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies
* Implement behaviour support plans
* Build positive and consistent relationships with pupils
* Work alongside teachers and pastoral staff to promote engagement
Requirements
* Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs
* Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
* Calm, resilient and consistent 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.