Job description
Job title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham
Salary: £460–£600 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time
Would you like to help pupils feel supported, understood and ready to take part in their education?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are seeking an empathetic SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) for an amazing school in Rotherham. You will help pupils who face social, emotional or mental health challenges by providing consistent support, encouraging positive interactions and helping them access their learning.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Support pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
- Encourage students to engage in lessons and structured activities.
- Help pupils develop strategies for managing emotions and behaviour.
- Promote positive communication and respectful relationships.
- Provide reassurance during difficult moments and transitions.
- Work alongside teachers to follow individual support approaches.
- Contribute to a consistent and inclusive classroom environment.
What we are looking for in an SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
- Experience supporting SEMH, behavioural or additional needs would be an advantage.
- Compassionate, patient and reliable manner.
- Ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Clear communication and teamwork skills.
- A genuine interest in helping pupils develop confidence and resilience.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
With the right support, pupils can gradually develop the confidence to manage challenges and participate more positively in school. Your encouragement and consistency will be important in helping students feel secure and supported throughout the day.
Why work with GSL Education?
- Support from a dedicated consultant who can guide you through your placement.
- Opportunities to gain valuable experience in local education settings.
- Competitive weekly rates and ongoing assistance from the team.
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 across South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘SEMH Teaching Assistant’ role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will then be in touch.