SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Dinnington; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An educational agency is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Dinnington to support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves working closely with teachers to provide targeted support and creating a nurturing learning environment. Ideal candidates should possess resilience, empathy, and a strong understanding of safeguarding practices to help vulnerable pupils thrive.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Direct access to dedicated consultants

Ethical and professional service

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour de-escalation.
• Updated CV covering the last ten years and an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Assist with tailored learning and behaviour management plans.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

Empower Young Minds – Join Us as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Dinnington!

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)
Location: Dinnington
Salary: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract:Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Do you have the resilience, empathy, and dedication needed to support pupils who require additional care in their educational journey?

GSL Education are proud to support schools across Dinnington that provide dedicated environments for learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are currently recruiting passionate, patient, and proactive SEMH Teaching Assistants to join a nurturing and inclusive setting in Dinnington, where students benefit from therapeutic approaches and specialist support.

About the Role:

This position is ideal for individuals who are experienced in working with young people displaying emotional or behavioural difficulties. You will work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff to deliver targeted support both in and out of the classroom, helping learners to achieve personal and academic milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Assist with implementing tailored learning and behaviour management plans.
• Create a safe, stable, and engaging learning environment for vulnerable students.
• Model positive behaviour and reinforce emotional regulation strategies.
• Help students re-engage with education through patience, encouragement, and structured guidance.
• Liaise with external agencies and professionals when required.
• Uphold safeguarding practices and support wellbeing initiatives across the school.

Job Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or trauma-related needs.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour de-escalation, and pastoral care.
• Resilient and empathetic with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Calm under pressure and confident in managing emotionally complex situations.
• Have anupdated CV(covering thelast ten years barring any unexplained gaps) andan enhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates aligned with your skills and experience.
• Direct access to dedicated consultants with specialist SEMH knowledge.
• Ethical and professional service focused on candidate and school success.

If you are ready to be a positive influence in the lives of children with SEMH needs, apply now to start making a real difference. Your support could be the key to unlocking a pupil’s future.

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.

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

Senior Education Consultant, South Yorkshire