Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Easingwold
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026
GSL Education are recruiting an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist setting near Easingwold. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
About the School
This specialist provision supports pupils who require a more therapeutic and personalised approach to education. Small class sizes and consistent routines allow staff to build strong relationships with learners.
SEMH Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
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Support emotional regulation and behaviour strategies.
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Assist with personalised learning programmes.
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Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff.
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Promote a safe and structured learning environment.
Requirements
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Experience supporting SEMH or SEND pupils.
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Knowledge of trauma-informed and behaviour support strategies.
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Patience, empathy and resilience.
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Ability to build trusting relationships.
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
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.