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 achieve their full potential?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Sheffield. This rewarding role offers an excellent opportunity to make a real difference by helping pupils build confidence, develop emotional regulation, and re-engage positively with their learning.
As an SEMH TA, 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.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive, and differentiated lessons.
- Support pupils in managing emotions, improving behaviour, and developing social skills.
- Promote a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environment.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to support pupils’ overall wellbeing.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Experience supporting pupils or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (experience in a school or alternative provision setting is desirable).
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to behaviour and learning support.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to foster trust, build positive relationships, and encourage progress.
- 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.
- Professional development and specialist SEMH training opportunities.
- 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.