SEMH Teaching Assistant - GL1

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to provide crucial support to children facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges. This role involves working closely with KS1 and KS2 students, helping them navigate their educational journey while managing challenging behaviors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in Mental Health or related fields, along with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs. Join a team that values patience, resilience, and professionalism, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Good transport links

Qualifications

• 1 year experience working with SEN/SEMH children.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Communicate effectively with KS1/KS2 staff.

Skills

Experience with KS1/KS2 children

Patience

Communication skills

Resilience

Professionalism

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree in Mental Health

Degree in Social Care

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - GL1, Gloucester

Client:

Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

196672a0a470

Job Views:

8

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Mental health support

Location: Gloucester – GL1

• Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant
• Starting pay: £83.33 - £90 per day (£19,999 - £21,000)
• Contract: Temporary to Permanent
• Start date: September

Are you based in Gloucester? Do you have a degree or experience in SEN/SEMH working with children?

You will be working with Gloucestershire-based children who require support with their social, emotional, and mental health. This may involve managing challenging behaviour, so patience, calmness, resilience, and professionalism are essential.

The ideal SEMH Teaching Assistant should:

• Have at least 1 year’s experience working with KS1/KS2 children with SEMH/SEN, either on a 1:1 basis or in classes
• Be passionate about working with SEMH/SEN, including managing ASD, autism, behavioural issues, mental health issues, trauma, etc.
• Possess a flexible, proactive, and patient personality to cater to the needs of SEN students
• Be able to communicate effectively with a team of KS1/KS2 staff
• Have a minimum 2:1 degree in Mental Health, Social Care, Psychology, or Criminology

Benefits include:

• Company pension
• Free parking and on-site parking
• Good transport links

Schedule:

• Full-time: 08:30 am – 3:30 pm
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

SEN/SEMH: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)

To apply for the SEMH Teaching Assistant role, please send your CV directly to this advert.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom