Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield (S2, S3)
Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Make a meaningful difference by supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs!
GSL Education are delighted to recruit a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant for schools across the S2 and S3 areas of Sheffield.
As a Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA), you will work closely with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support, helping them engage positively with their learning.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
- Assist in implementing behaviour and support plans.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
- Support teachers in maintaining a structured and inclusive classroom.
- Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing.
Requirements:
- Experience working as a SEMH Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role.
- Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
- Patience, resilience, and a proactive attitude.
- Commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
Applications are welcomed from a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to have a positive impact in Sheffield schools.
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 in Sheffield, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.comfor more information.