Job Title: Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Chesterfield Pay Rate: £86 - £100 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Do you have the resilience, compassion, and commitment to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? GSL Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and empathetic Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in specialist and mainstream primary settings across Chesterfield. This full-time role is ideal for someone who can build strong relationships and positively impact young learners’ behaviour and emotional well-being. Role Overview: As a Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with SEMH needs who may display challenging behaviour, anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties engaging in learning. Your role will involve providing one-on-one or small group support, promoting emotional regulation, and helping children access education in a safe and structured way. Responsibilities as a SEMH TA: Provide tailored support to pupils with SEMH needs in a primary school environment. Support emotional development, social skills, and behaviour management. Deliver strategies and interventions that promote well-being and engagement. Liaise effectively with SENCOs, class teachers, and external agencies. Be flexible and willing to travel between sites as needed. Requirements for SEMH TA: Previous experience supporting children with SEMH or behavioural needs. A calm, consistent, and patient approach to challenging situations. Strong communication and de-escalation skills. Full UK driving license with business insurance (essential). An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years (with no unexplained gaps). Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply. GSL Education Offers: Competitive daily rates based on experience. Ongoing guidance and support from experienced consultants. Opportunities for training and professional development. A people-first, ethical recruitment approach. 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 Primary SEMH Teaching Assistant role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our consultant will be in touch shortly to discuss your application.