Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Sheffield (S10)
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual motivated to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
GSL Education are currently seeking an enthusiastic SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Sheffield (S10). This role provides the opportunity to work closely with students, supporting their learning and emotional development in a nurturing and structured environment.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs during lessons and activities.
- Assist in creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Work 1:1 or in small groups to help students engage with the curriculum.
- Encourage positive behaviour and promote emotional wellbeing.
- Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and parents to support holistic student development.
- Help monitor and record pupil progress to inform teaching strategies.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Experience working with children with SEMH or similar needs is desirable.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting young learners.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements.
- Opportunities for professional development and 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 role of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch shortly.