Job description
Job Title: SEMH Learning Support
Location: Newcastle
Pay: £110–£125 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time
Do you have the patience and resilience to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
GSL Education are looking to appoint an SEMH Learning Support professional to join supportive schools in Newcastle. We want a compassionate and proactive individual who can help students overcome barriers to learning, build positive relationships, and develop the confidence to succeed both academically and personally.
The SEMH Learning Support role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a structured and inclusive learning environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEMH needs
- Build positive relationships that promote trust, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
- Implement behaviour support strategies to encourage positive outcomes
- Assist teachers in adapting learning activities to meet individual pupil needs
- Help pupils develop social skills, emotional regulation, and resilience
- Maintain accurate records and communicate progress with teaching staff and support teams
SEMH Learning Support Requirements:
- Experience supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs would be an advantage.
- Good understanding of behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in challenging situation
- strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education:
- Attractive daily pay between £110–£125, depending on experience
- Full-time role within supportive educational environments
- Opportunity to develop specialist SEMH knowledge and practical experience
- Ongoing guidance from experienced education recruitment consultants
- Make a lasting impact by helping pupils build confidence, resilience, and achieve positive outcomes
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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEMH Learning Support’ 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.