Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant – Behaviour Support

Location: York
Salary: £88 – £110 per day
Contract: Full Time
Start Date: Immediate

GSL Education are recruiting a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with behavioural needs in York.

About the School

This specialist setting supports pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, focusing on behaviour support, emotional regulation and re-engagement with learning. Staff prioritise relationship building and consistency.

Responsibilities

  • Support pupils with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis
  • Implement behaviour management strategies
  • Assist with emotional regulation and engagement
  • Work closely with pastoral and teaching staff
  • Encourage positive behaviour and attendance

Requirements

  • Experience supporting SEMH / behaviour needs
  • Strong resilience and calm approach
  • Ability to build positive relationships
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.

To apply, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV or apply directly via the GSL Education website.