Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Full-Time
Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire
SEMH College
GSL Education

GSL Education are currently recruiting a resilient and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to work full-time within a specialist SEMH college in the Scunthorpe area.

This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role, ideal for individuals with proven experience supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs and who are confident working in environments where challenging behaviour can present daily.

The Role:

  • Supporting students with SEMH needs on a one-to-one and small-group basis

  • Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviour using positive behaviour strategies

  • Supporting emotional regulation, engagement and personal development

  • Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to implement individual support plans

  • Helping to maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working with SEMH and challenging behaviour (education, care or alternative provision settings)

  • A calm, resilient and consistent approach

  • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

  • Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students

  • Availability to work full-time

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What GSL Education Offers:

  • Full-time, ongoing work within a specialist SEMH college in Scunthorpe

  • Competitive rates of pay

  • Access to SEMH and behaviour-focused training and CPD

  • Dedicated consultants with specialist education knowledge

  • The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people in a challenging but supportive setting

If you are confident working in SEMH environments and are looking for a full-time role in Scunthorpe, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with GSL Education and make a meaningful impact.