Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistants
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 

Do you feel committed to supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs so they can succeed in school?

GSL Education are looking for resilient SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in schools in Dinnington (S25), providing consistent support to pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural guidance.

As Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistants (SEMH TA), you will help pupils manage their emotions, engage with learning, and build positive relationships within the classroom.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support as SEMH Teaching Assistants.
  • Implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
  • Support pupils to stay focused and engaged in lessons.
  • Work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams.

Requirements:

  • Experience supporting children with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour.
  • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

This is a rewarding opportunity for dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to make a meaningful difference in schools across Dinnington.

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 Assistants’ 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.