Job description
Job Title: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistants (SEMH TA)
Location: Dinnington (S25)
Pay rate: £460 -£600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract type -Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time
Can you bring dedication and care to guiding learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
GSL Education are hiring motivated SEMH Teaching Assistants to provide targeted support across diverse learning environments, with opportunities available in schools across the S25 region surrounding Dinnington.
As Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistants (SEMH TA), you will support pupils in learning, confidence, and emotional regulation, while fostering a safe, structured, and encouraging environment. This vital role promotes positive behaviour and engagement in the classroom.
Prime Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to pupils with SEMH needs
- Assist with classroom activities and adapt resources where required
- Support emotional regulation, communication, and engagement
- Work one-to-one or in small groups to meet individual needs
- Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support progress
Requirements:
- Previous experience working as SEMH Teaching Assistants or in a similar support role
- Patience, resilience, and strong communication skills
- Ability to support pupils with challenging behaviour and emotional needs
- A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Apply today as a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to create meaningful change - we look forward to your application.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.
For more information or to register your interest in the “SEMH Teaching Assistant” role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.comfor more information.