SEMH Teaching Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Filey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs within a secondary school in Filey. The role involves supporting these pupils during lessons, managing behaviour with calmness, and building trusting relationships. Candidates should have experience in SEMH support, a professional and empathetic approach, and willingness to undergo background checks. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience required with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Must possess calm behaviour management skills.
• An empathetic approach towards pupils is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in lessons and activities.
• Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Build positive relationships with pupils while promoting engagement.

Skills

Experience supporting SEMH or challenging behaviour

Confident and calm behaviour management skills

Empathetic and professional approach

Job description

GSL Education are recruiting a resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs within a secondary school in the Filey area.

About the School

The school has a strong pastoral structure and clear behaviour systems in place, supporting pupils through consistency, routine, and positive relationships.

Responsibilities

Support pupils with SEMH needs in lessons and structured activities

Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies

Promote emotional regulation and engagement

Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

Requirements

Experience supporting SEMH or challenging behaviour

Confident and calm behaviour management skills

Empathetic and professional approach

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency which aims to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout East and North Yorkshire.

To apply, please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV or apply directly via the GSL Education website.