Job description
Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield (S2 & S3)
Pay: £460 – £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Part-Time / Full-Time
Do you have a passion for supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
GSL Education are currently seeking SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across schools in the Sheffield S2 and S3 areas, providing vital support to pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural guidance.
This Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone who is resilient, empathetic, and committed to helping young people thrive in a school setting no matter their problems.
Key Duties of a SEMH TA Include:
- Supporting pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 or small-group basis
- Helping students manage emotions and behaviour positively
- Assisting teachers in maintaining a structured learning environment
- Building strong, positive relationships with pupils
- Supporting students both inside and outside the classroom
The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
- Experienced in working with children or young people (SEMH experience desirable)
- Calm, patient, and consistent in approach
- Confident in managing challenging behaviour
- A strong team player with good communication skills
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.
What We Offer for a SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Long-term and day-to-day opportunities
- Supportive and welcoming school environments
- Ongoing training and support
If you’re committed to supporting students’ wellbeing and helping them succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
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,click ‘apply now’ and upload your most recent CV or get in touch directly with Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.comfor more information.