Teaching Assistant

GSL are looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants (TA's) to support children with identified learning needs including SEN (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH needs (Social Emotional & Mental Health) in an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' School on a 1:1 and group basis. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners to support students to thrive and achieve their potential in an academic and personal sense.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant, a Graduate, a Support Worker, a Sports Coach or someone with a positive attitude who is looking to start their career in Education, we want to hear from you!! 

You will have opportunities for development and to support pupils in the classroom, in 1:1 and group interventions and in extra curricular/ enrichment activities including Forest School, Sports and School Trips. 

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be a crucial part of our mission to create an environment where every student can thrive academically and personally, regardless of their social, emotional, or mental health challenges. You will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualised support and implement strategies that promote positive behaviour and wellbeing. 
 
Learning Support Assistant - Teaching Assistant - TA - Education and Training -  Grays
 
Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant 
Location:  Grays
Salary Scale: £85-£115  
Contract Type: Full-time  
 
Responsibilities: 
 

• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will provide one-on-one and small group support to students with SEMH needs. 

• Implement strategies and interventions to support the social and emotional development of students. 

• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will  collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to address specific needs. 

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. 

• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will  monitor and assess the progress of students, providing feedback to teachers and parents. 

• Contribute to the development and implementation of behaviour support plans. 

 
Qualifications and Skills: 
 

• Proven experience in a similar Teaching Assistant role is advantageous. 

• Empathy and a genuine passion for supporting students with SEMH needs. 

• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will have strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents. 

• As an SEMH Teaching Assistant you will have or be willing to learn knowledge of relevant SEMH strategies and interventions. 

 
What We Offer:  
 

• Competitive pay rates  

• A supportive and collaborative work environment  

• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement  

• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives  

  
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.   
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.