Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Worthing
Pay Rate: £90 – £95 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a patient, empathetic, and resilient individual ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school in Worthing. This is an excellent opportunity to help young learners overcome challenges, build confidence, and develop essential emotional and academic skills in a nurturing environment.
Role Overview:
As an SEMH TA, you will help maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment that promotes emotional wellbeing and engagement.
As an SEMH TA, you will:
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
- Help create a calm, structured, and encouraging learning environment.
- Assist teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff in delivering tailored learning and behaviour support plans.
- Promote pupils’ resilience, self-regulation, and positive social interactions.
- Support pupils with emotional wellbeing and confidence-building.
- Monitor progress and share observations with staff to inform continued support.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs (school or care experience desirable).
- Strong communication, teamwork, and behaviour management skills.
- A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to working with learners facing challenges.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible day-to-day or long-term placements.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Dedicated support from an experienced education 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 to guide you through the process.