Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistants
Location: Wakefield (WF4)
Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract type -Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time
Are you committed to supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs to thrive in school?
GSL Education are seeking compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistants to work in schools across Wakefield (WF4), providing tailored support to pupils who require additional guidance to engage with learning and manage their emotions.
As Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistants (SEMH TA), you will work closely with pupils to help them develop resilience, positive behaviour, and confidence in the classroom.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support as SEMH Teaching Assistants.
- Implement strategies to support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
- Encourage engagement and participation in lessons.
- Collaborate with teachers 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 positive difference in schools across Wakefield.
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.