SEMH Teaching Assistant: Empower Student Growth

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus (£100)

CPD courses via partner

Education-relevant CPD

Job summary

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sheffield to provide tailored support for pupils with SEMH needs. You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to encourage positive behaviour, manage challenges calmly and help learners engage with lessons.

Role focuses on developing pupil confidence, resilience and independence within a safe, supportive classroom. Immediate start requested with long-term potential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH is desirable.
• Experience in education, youth work, care or similar settings is advantageous.
• Patient, empathetic and consistent approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in difficult situations.
• Genuine commitment to helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Work alongside teachers to support learning and classroom engagement.
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Help maintain a calm, structured and supportive classroom environment.
• Respond appropriately to challenging situations and follow agreed support strategies.
• Share relevant observations and progress with teachers and pastoral staff.

Skills

SEMH experience

Education/Youth work

Patience

Communication skills

Behaviour support

Calm under pressure

Commitment to learning

Job description

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sheffield to provide tailored support for pupils with SEMH needs. You will work with teachers and pastoral staff to encourage positive behaviour, manage challenges calmly and help learners engage with lessons.

Role focuses on developing pupil confidence, resilience and independence within a safe, supportive classroom. Immediate start requested with long-term potential.