Job description
Looking for a Teaching Assistant in Rotherham!
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Dinnington
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you committed to making a meaningful difference to young people who need extra support with their social, emotional and mental health needs? A supportive school in Dinnington is looking for a resilient and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team.
About the School:
This is a nurturing and inclusive educational setting that supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEMH. The school is focused on creating a safe, structured and supportive environment where students can rebuild confidence and re-engage with learning. Staff work closely together, placing strong emphasis on consistency, positive behaviour support and developing trusting relationships with pupils.
About the Role:
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and pastoral staff to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom. You will help learners regulate emotions, stay engaged in lessons and develop strategies to manage behaviour and learning challenges effectively.
Responsibilities:
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Support pupils with SEMH needs in classroom and 1:1 settings
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Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored learning activities
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Promote positive behaviour strategies and emotional regulation
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Build strong, supportive relationships with pupils
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Help create a safe and structured learning environment
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Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
Requirements:
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Experience working with children or young people, ideally within SEMH or similar settings
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Strong behaviour management and communication skills
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A calm, patient and resilient approach
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Ability to build trust and rapport with pupils
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A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team in Dinnington and make a real impact on the lives of young people who need it most.
To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
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Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Knight at tom.knight@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.