Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Sheffield
Pay Rate: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a compassionate and resilient individual passionate about supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to succeed both academically and personally?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Sheffield. This rewarding role offers the chance to make a real difference by helping pupils overcome emotional and behavioural barriers to learning in a nurturing and structured environment.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes in both their education and personal development.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
- Help pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience, and positive coping strategies.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
- Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupils to re-engage with their learning.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies to provide holistic support.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (school or alternative provision experience is desirable).
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- The ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and promote a safe, supportive learning environment.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, including explanations for any employment gaps.
What GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule.
- Opportunities for professional growth and specialist SEMH training.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
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 position of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV, and one of our consultants will be in touch shortly.