Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham S25
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? A school in Rotherham (S25) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team and make a meaningful impact on students’ development and learning.
About the School:
The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment designed to support students with SEMH needs. Welcoming pupils from diverse backgrounds, it combines structured learning, personalised interventions, and engaging activities to help students thrive. The school prioritises emotional well-being alongside academic progress, fostering confidence, resilience, and motivation. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives the guidance and support they need to achieve their potential.
About the Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support the learning, social development, and emotional growth of students with SEMH needs. You will work closely with teachers and staff to implement personalised strategies that encourage engagement, independence, and progress.
Responsibilities:
- Implement personalised support plans tailored to the needs of each student, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Create a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters trust, confidence, and positive relationships.
- Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, and multidisciplinary staff to deliver comprehensive student support.
- Monitor and record student progress, adhering to school and individual support plans.
- Support students in managing behaviour and developing social and emotional skills.
- Assist with daily routines, including personal care where required, with dignity and respect.
- Encourage student participation in learning activities using effective communication and motivational strategies.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or related needs is preferred.
- Understanding of SEMH conditions and evidence-based support strategies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic classroom environment and diverse student needs.
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to supporting students’ personal and academic development.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of students with SEMH 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 Matilda Hume at GSL Education (Matilda.Hume@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.