SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant for schools in Wakefield, committed to supporting young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges. This role offers competitive pay, opportunities for long-term positions, and a chance to positively impact the lives of vulnerable learners. Candidates must be Team-Teach trained and possess a strong understanding of safeguarding.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunities for long-term roles

Valued contribution in schools

Qualifications

• Essential Team-Teach trained.
• Experience with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Calm, resilient approach to behaviour support.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Assist teachers in implementing personalised learning strategies.
• Collaborate with SENCOs and parents to support student progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Empathy

Behaviour management

Education

Team-Teach training

Enhanced Child Workforce DBS

Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

Make a Lasting Impact – SEMH Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Wakefield!

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £86-100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract:Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you Team-Teach trained and looking for a meaningful role where your support can genuinely change lives?

GSL Education are currently seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a Wakefield-based specialist or mainstream school setting, where nurturing relationships and positive behaviour management are at the core of every success story.

About the Role / Role Overview

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who face challenges that impact their emotional well-being, behaviour, and ability to engage with mainstream education. You will play a vital role in assisting them both academically and emotionally, often through one-to-one support or small group work. Your ability to remain calm under pressure and apply de-escalation techniques will be key to helping students thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs.
• Assist teachers in implementing personalised learning strategies.
• Apply Team-Teach strategies to safely and effectively manage behaviour.
• Offer emotional reassurance and maintain strong, consistent boundaries.
• Monitor student progress and contribute to pupil support plans.
• Work collaboratively with SENCOs, pastoral teams, and parents/carers.

Job Requirements:

• Team-Teach trained (essential) – applicants without this will not be considered.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
• Calm, empathetic, and resilient approach to behaviour support.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via GSL).

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates of £86-100 per day, based on experience and qualifications.
• A dedicated consultant offering guidance and support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure long-term or permanent roles in supportive schools.
• The chance to work in settings that truly value staff who make a difference.

If you are a Team-Teach trained SEMH Teaching Assistant ready to support vulnerable learners and foster resilience, this Wakefield-based role offers a meaningful career move.

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 and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.