Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Sheffield (S10) Salary: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Are you a patient and resilient individual with a passion for supporting pupils facing social, emotional, and behavioural challenges? GSL Education are looking to appoint a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in specialist and mainstream school settings in Sheffield (S10). This role is perfect for someone experienced in supporting students with SEMH needs and eager to make a lasting impact on young people’s lives. Role Overview: As a SEMH TA, you willsupport pupils with SEMH needs by building trusting relationships, encouraging emotional resilience, and helping them re-engage with learning in a safe and structured environment. Responsibilities as a SEMH Teaching Assistant: Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs. Help pupils develop emotional regulation and positive coping strategies. Assist in planning and delivering activities that promote engagement and personal development. Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies. Maintain consistent routines and boundaries to support behavioural progress. Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant: Proven experience working with children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour. Calm, empathetic, and non-judgemental attitude. Enhanced DBS 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 choose GSL Education? Personalised support from experienced education consultants. Opportunities in specialist settings tailored to your expertise. Competitive pay with 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 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.