Job description
Do you have a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Are you patient, resilient, and ready to help pupils overcome challenges and succeed in a nurturing learning environment? This SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Hull could be the ideal opportunity for you to make a meaningful difference.
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Hull
Salary: £89 - £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025 or sooner
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
GSL Education are looking to appoint a committed and empathetic SEMH Teaching Assistant in Hull to support students with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. This role involves working closely with teaching staff and the school’s pastoral team to help students feel safe, respected, and supported in their learning.
Role Overview:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA), you will be working on a one-to-one basis or with small groups of students, supporting both their academic progress and emotional well-being. Your calm approach, ability to build trust, and proactive attitude will be essential to helping pupils stay engaged and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students with SEMH needs in managing their emotions, behaviour, and learning.
- Build positive relationships to provide consistency, encouragement, and reassurance.
- Help students access the curriculum by offering tailored and flexible support.
- Work closely with teachers and external professionals to implement EHCPs and behaviour plans.
- Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Monitor progress and contribute to regular reviews of pupils' targets and strategies.
Job Requirements:
- Experience working with SEMH students in a school or alternative provision setting.
- A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and experience implementing de-escalation techniques.
- A compassionate and patient approach, with the ability to build trusting relationships with students.
- A relevant qualification in education, psychology, youth work, or counselling (desirable but not essential).
- A caring, patient, and resilient nature with the ability to handle challenging behaviour calmly.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
What does GSL Education Offer?
- Competitive daily pay rate of £89 - £105, depending on your experience and qualifications.
- A dedicated consultant offering continued support throughout your placement.
- Access to CPD opportunities tailored to support roles.
- Opportunities to work in a variety of inclusive and specialist settings.
If you're passionate about providing meaningful support and helping students with SEMH needs flourish, apply today to join a supportive school community in Hull.
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 the UK.
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 and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.