Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Sheffield, S5
Pay Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a compassionate and resilient individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH TA to join a supportive school in Sheffield, S5. As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you’ll have a fulfilling chance to positively impact pupils experiencing behavioural, emotional, or mental health difficulties by helping them participate in their learning in a secure and nurturing setting.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing targeted 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
- Assisting in the development of personalised learning and behaviour support plans.
- Promoting positive behaviour and emotional resilience within the classroom.
- Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and self-esteem.
- Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to support pupil progress.
To be successful as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you should:
- Have previous experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional learning needs.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, empathy, and behaviour management skills.
- Be patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting pupil wellbeing.
- Hold an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.
- Provide a full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any gaps in employment over the last 10 years.
What GSL Offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates based on experience.
- Access to ongoing professional development and training.
- Dedicated support from expert recruitment consultants.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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.
If you are ready to make a difference as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch shortly.