Job description
Looking for an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sheffield!
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediately
Are you committed to supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health needs to achieve success in education? A welcoming secondary school in Sheffield is looking for a compassionate and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.
About the Role:
GSL Education South Yorkshire are currently looking for an SEMH Teaching Assistant to work within a supportive secondary school in Sheffield. This rewarding role involves providing tailored classroom support to students with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence and engage positively with their education. You will work closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to create a calm, structured learning environment.
About the School:
The school is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is valued and encouraged to reach their potential. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high expectations, deliver strong pastoral care and provide trauma informed support to meet the diverse needs of pupils.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEMH needs.
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Assist teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons.
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Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation within the classroom.
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Build professional and supportive relationships with students.
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Work closely with teaching, pastoral and SEN staff to support individual learning plans.
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Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records where appropriate.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEMH needs, is desirable.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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A calm, patient and resilient approach.
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Ability to build positive relationships and work effectively as part of a team.
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A genuine commitment to supporting young people with additional needs.
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Knowledge of behaviour management strategies and trauma informed practice is advantageous.
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 two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.