SEMH Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Killamarsh is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role offers flexible full-time or part-time options with an immediate start. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEMH needs and excellent communication skills. Competitive daily pay and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Opportunities for flexible and long-term placements

Access to professional development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioral needs.
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach to working with challenging behavior.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH needs in a classroom setting.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups, providing personalized guidance.
• Collaborate with teaching staff on EHCPs and behavioral strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Education

CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance

Job description

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SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Killamarsh (S21)
Salary: £95 – £120 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long term, Full-time / Part-time

Are you passionate about supporting young people facing social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges?

GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) for schools in Killamarsh. This position is available for an immediate start on both a day-to-day and long-term basis, with flexible full-time or part-time working options to suit your schedule.

In this role, you have to provide a nurturing and structured environment where students with SEMH needs can grow in confidence and succeed academically. You have to support and collaborative with staffs, and be committed to promoting positive mental health and personalised learning for all pupils.

Responsibilities of a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant:

• Support students with SEMH needs in a classroom setting, helping them engage with learning and manage behaviours.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups, providing personalised guidance tailored to individual needs.
• Foster positive relationships that encourage emotional regulation and self-confidence.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams to implement EHCPs and behavioural strategies.
• Support students in achieving academic and personal goals in line with the curriculum.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to working with challenging behaviour.
• CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance preferred (not mandatory).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.
• Have an up-to-date 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)

Why choose GSL:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Opportunities for both flexible and long-term placements.
• A supportive team of education consultants with experience in SEN and SEMH settings.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEMH Teaching Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

Senior Education Consultant, South Yorkshire