SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational organization is seeking a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students facing social and emotional challenges in Lincoln. This role involves providing personalized assistance, implementing behavior management strategies, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEMH and SEN students, and a relevant educational background. Join a rewarding career where your contributions can significantly impact young lives, and work alongside dedicated professionals committed to making a difference in education.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant for career support

Opportunities in specialist SEMH settings

Daily pay rate between £83.33 and £90.00

Impactful role in education

Qualifications

• Experience as an SEMH Teaching Assistant or similar support role.
• Relevant qualifications in education or child psychology are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs.
• Implement strategies to promote emotional resilience and social development.

Skills

Communication Skills

De-escalation Techniques

Empathy

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

CACHE Level 2/3

Psychology Degree

Youth Work Certification

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

Are you an empathetic and skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant eager to contribute to a rewarding role in Lincoln?

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)
Location: Lincoln
Salary: £83.33 - £90.00 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Full-Time / Part-Time

GSL Education are presenting a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic educational environment in Lincoln. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in challenging yet deeply fulfilling settings, where they can make a meaningful impact on students facing social and emotional barriers to learning. If you have experience working with SEMH and SEN students and are committed to fostering their personal and academic growth, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role:

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA), you will provide tailored support to students who require additional emotional and behavioural guidance. Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams, you will help implement individualised strategies that promote academic progress, emotional resilience and social development.

SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for students with SEMH needs.
• Implement de-escalation techniques and behaviour management strategies to support positive engagement.
• Work alongside teachers to deliver structured interventions tailored to individual learning plans.
• Support students in developing self-confidence, coping mechanisms and emotional regulation skills.
• Encourage a positive, inclusive and structured learning environment.
• Assist in delivering a differentiated curriculum, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
• Monitor student progress and well-being, providing feedback to staff and parents when necessary.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures, prioritising student welfare at all times.

SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) Job Requirements:

• Experience as an SEMH Teaching Assistant or within a similar support role for students with SEN and SEMH needs.
• A relevant qualification in education, child psychology, or a related field (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, Psychology Degree, Youth Work certification).
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• A resilient, empathetic and adaptable approach to supporting students.
• An understanding of trauma-informed practices and mental health awareness (training can be provided).
• Have anupdated CV(covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) andan enhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).

Why Join GSL Education?

• The daily rate of pay is between £83.33 and £90.00, which corresponds to your skills and experience.
• A dedicated consultant to support your career growth and placement needs.
• Opportunities to work in specialist SEMH settings, PRUs and inclusive mainstream schools.
• A rewarding career where you can make a tangible difference in young lives.

If you are a resilient, caring and passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) ready to take on this fulfilling role, apply today. Join GSL Education and help shape brighter futures for young people in Lincoln!

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.