Job description
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Sheffield, S9
Salary: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time
Are you passionate about helping students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs reach their full potential?
GSL Education are seeking a committed and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Sheffield, S9. In this role of SEMH TA, you will work closely with students who require additional support with their learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation, both in and outside of the classroom.
Responsibilities as an SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
- Implement behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and confidence.
- Support the delivery of tailored learning activities and interventions.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure cohesive
- support.
Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs is desirable.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and de-escalation skills.
- Patience, resilience, and understanding in challenging situations.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with any gaps clearly explained.
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive pay rates that reflect your experience.
- Dedicated consultants providing ongoing support and guidance.
- Access to continuous professional development and training.
- A genuine commitment to ethical recruitment practices.
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 role of SEMH Teaching Assistant, click “apply now” and upload your most recent CV. One of our consultants will contact you shortly.