Job description
Looking for an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Rotherham!
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you committed to helping young people overcome challenges and achieve success in education? A supportive school in Rotherham is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide vital support to students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
About the School:
The school is an inclusive and nurturing environment where student wellbeing is a priority. Staff are dedicated to creating positive relationships and delivering tailored support that enables pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence. Through a trauma informed approach, the school works to ensure every student feels understood, supported and able to engage with learning.
About the Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support. You will assist in the classroom, support individual learning plans and help pupils develop the skills needed to regulate emotions and engage positively with education. Working alongside teachers and pastoral teams, you will play a key role in promoting both academic and personal development.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs
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Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
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Assist teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons
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Build supportive and trusting relationships with students
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Help implement behaviour support and intervention strategies
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Monitor student progress and share feedback with relevant staff
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
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Understanding of SEMH needs and behaviour support strategies
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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A patient, adaptable and resilient attitude
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A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated school team in Rotherham and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people.
To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as an 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 an Enhanced 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.