Job description
Looking for SEMH Support Staff in Barnsley!
Job Title: SEMH Support Staff
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs? A supportive and inclusive school in Barnsley is seeking dedicated SEMH Support Staff to join their team.
About the School:
The school provides a structured and nurturing environment for pupils with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every learner is supported both academically and emotionally, with a strong focus on consistency, trust and positive relationships. Clear routines and a calm approach to behaviour underpin the school’s supportive ethos.
About the Role:
As SEMH Support Staff, you will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support pupils who may present with challenging behaviour or require additional emotional support. You will help pupils regulate emotions, stay engaged in learning and develop positive coping strategies within a safe and structured environment.
Responsibilities:
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Support pupils with SEMH needs across the classroom and in targeted interventions
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Assist teaching staff in managing behaviour and promoting positive engagement
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Provide 1:1 and small group emotional and learning support
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Help de-escalate challenging situations calmly and consistently
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Encourage positive routines, resilience and self-regulation strategies
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Contribute to a safe, structured and supportive learning environment
Requirements:
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Experience working with children or young people is desirable
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Understanding of SEMH needs or challenging behaviour is an advantage
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Calm, patient and resilient approach
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team
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A genuine interest in supporting emotional and behavioural development
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a Barnsley school by supporting pupils who need consistency, structure and encouragement to thrive.
To apply for this SEMH Support Staff role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as SEMH Support Staff, 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 Joe Ganley at joe.ganley@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as SEMH Support Staff, please apply via the application link.