Job description
Looking for SEMH Support Staff in Barnsley!
Job Title: SEMH Support Staff
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £460 - £600 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs? A welcoming school in the Barnsley area is looking for dedicated SEMH Support Staff to join their team from September.
About the Role:
As a member of the SEMH Support team, you will work closely with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support to access learning successfully. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, encourage positive engagement in lessons and help pupils develop confidence, resilience and self-regulation. Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff, you will play a key role in creating a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
About the School:
This inclusive school is committed to ensuring every pupil receives the support they need to succeed. With a strong focus on wellbeing, positive relationships and personalised support, staff work collaboratively to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.
Responsibilities:
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
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Encourage positive behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.
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Support pupils with emotional regulation and social development.
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Work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to implement individual support strategies.
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Help maintain a calm, safe and structured learning environment.
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Record observations and share relevant feedback with the wider school team.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Experience supporting individuals with SEMH or additional needs is advantageous.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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A patient, resilient and empathetic approach.
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Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
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A genuine commitment to helping young people achieve positive outcomes.
If you are ready to make a positive difference and are interested in this opportunity, 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 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 are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
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.
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. Joe Ganley at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.