Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistants Location: Wakefield (WF4) Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract type -Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time Are you a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant looking to support young people with additional emotional and learning needs? Schools in Wakefield (WF4) and GSL Education are searching a committed Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) to provide academic and pastoral support to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. In this role, you will help students stay engaged in learning, manage emotions, and build confidence in the classroom. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to create a safe and supportive learning environment where pupils feel valued and understood. Core Responsibilities: Support pupils with SEMH needs during lessons and group activities. Help manage behaviour and promote positive emotional regulation. Build trusting relationships with students to encourage participation. Assist in implementing individual support and intervention plans. Encourage independence and confidence in learning. Requirements: Previous experience working as a SEMH Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role. Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills. A patient, caring, and adaptable approach. Good communication and teamwork skills. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for a new one. If you are passionate about making a difference as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEMH Teaching Assistant’ role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at for more information.