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 enthusiastic about supporting students who require additional emotional and behavioural support? A school in Rotherham (S25) is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support learners in achieving their potential.
About the School:
This school provides a supportive setting where students benefit from personalised learning and structured support. Staff focus on building positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence, and academic progress.
About the Role:
You will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide targeted assistance to students with SEMH needs.
Responsibilities:
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Help students stay focused and engaged during lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and learning support.
• Monitor and record student progress when required.
Qualifications:
• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patient and proactive attitude towards student support.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students.
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 an SEMH Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.