Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Doncaster
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 caring and resilient individual passionate about making a difference in the lives of pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Doncaster. This rewarding role provides an excellent opportunity to help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and a positive attitude towards learning in a nurturing environment.
As an SEMH TA, you will support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to overcome learning barriers and achieve positive academic and personal progress.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Provide targeted one-to-one and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
- Support pupils in managing emotions, building positive relationships, and improving behaviour.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral teams to meet pupils’ individual needs.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Experience supporting pupils or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (school or alternative provision experience desirable).
- A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting behaviour and learning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to foster trust and encourage positive 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 lifestyle.
- 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.