Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time
Are you a calm, committed individual who enjoys making a real difference in the lives of young people?
GSL Education are looking for a full-time SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a specialist setting in Chesterfield. This role is ideal for someone with patience, emotional resilience, and a desire to help pupils develop both academically and personally.
About the Role:
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teaching and pastoral teams to support students in their day-to-day learning. This will involve 1:1 support, small group work, and creating a consistent, safe space where students feel valued and understood.
Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them access learning.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with students.
- Implement behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
- Assist in personalising learning activities and interventions.
- Provide transport support where necessary (business insurance essential).
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA):
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
- A compassionate and adaptable approach to support.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Full UK driving licence and business insurance (essential).
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A current CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education Offers:
- Competitive daily rates.
- Ongoing support and guidance from a dedicated consultant.
- Placements in schools that value inclusive and therapeutic approaches.
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.
To apply for the SEMH Teaching Assistant – Chesterfield role, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.