Job Title: Outreach Learning Support – SEMH Support (Home & Community-Based)
Location: Various locations (home and community-based work across Fareham
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time considered
Start Date: September 2025
Driving license and access to a vehicle (essential for travel)
About Us
We are committed to transforming the lives of children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our specialist team works beyond the classroom—directly within homes and communities—to help students reconnect with learning and achieve their potential in a way that’s meaningful and supportive.
The Role
We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and skilled Outreach Learning Mentor to support SEMH children in their homes and local environments. You will play a vital role in building trusted relationships, delivering bespoke learning programmes, and helping students develop emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver personalised learning sessions and emotional support outside of a traditional classroom setting
Work in partnership with families, therapists, and other professionals
Create engaging, adapted activities to meet each student’s EHCP and learning targets
Maintain accurate records, reports, and safeguarding logs
Model positive behaviour and build trust through consistent, trauma-informed practice
About You
Experience supporting children/young people with SEMH or similar needs
A trauma-informed and relationship-focused approach
Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Ability to work flexibly and independently in varied environments
Driving license and access to a vehicle (essential for travel)
What We Offer
A supportive, forward-thinking team and leadership
Ongoing training in trauma-informed practice and SEMH support
Flexible working patterns
The opportunity to make a profound difference in young lives
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires 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.
For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online