Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Malton
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026
GSL Education are recruiting an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist setting near Malton, supporting pupils with emotional and behavioural needs.
About the School
The provision supports pupils who have struggled in mainstream education due to SEMH needs, offering small groups, therapeutic support and structured routines.
Responsibilities
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Support pupils with SEMH needs 1:1 and in small groups
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Assist with behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
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Promote engagement and positive routines
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Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff
Requirements
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Experience supporting SEMH or behaviour needs
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Knowledge of de-escalation strategies
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Calm, resilient and empathetic approach
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Enhanced DBS required
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.
If you would like to apply for the position of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.