Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? An exciting opportunity has arisen in a Sheffield school for a committed and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in young people’s lives.
About the School:
The school is dedicated to creating a safe, structured, and inclusive environment for students with SEMH needs. It provides tailored interventions, small-group support, and personalised learning pathways to ensure every student can succeed both academically and emotionally. With a strong emphasis on positive behaviour strategies and restorative approaches, the school fosters resilience, confidence, and independence. Staff work collaboratively to build trusting relationships and maintain a nurturing atmosphere where students feel valued and understood.
About the Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support students who may experience barriers to learning due to social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide targeted support, promote positive behaviour, and encourage engagement in learning.
Responsibilities:
• Support students with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, promoting emotional regulation and positive engagement.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons and differentiated activities.
• Implement behaviour management strategies and follow individual support plans.
• Build positive and professional relationships to foster trust and confidence.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and senior staff.
• Encourage independence, resilience, and social development within the classroom setting.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting students.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning.
This is a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the educational journey of students with additional needs. To apply for the position of SEMH Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV now!
To work with GSL Education as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you should:
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at GSL Education (Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.