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Bring Compassion into the Classroom – Become an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Blyth!

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

GSL Education are inviting committed and empathetic individuals to apply for the position of SEMH Teaching Assistant at a thriving school in Blyth. This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about supporting pupils facing Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

About the Role:

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students who require additional emotional and behavioural guidance. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored interventions, helping learners regulate emotions and achieve their full potential.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis, focusing on emotional regulation, engagement, and academic progress.
• Develop trusting relationships with students to encourage positive behaviour and build confidence.
• Assist in the delivery of personalised learning programmes and therapeutic strategies.
• Maintain a calm, nurturing classroom environment where pupils feel safe and supported.
• Monitor student progress and behaviour, reporting to relevant staff as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, behavioural issues, or complex needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, respectful relationships.
• A patient, calm, and resilient attitude when faced with challenging behaviour.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches, de-escalation strategies, or restorative practices is desirable.
• A relevant qualification in Education, Psychology, Youth Work, or Health and Social Care is advantageous.
• Have anupdated CV(covering thelast ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) andan enhanced DBSregistered to theUpdate Service(or be willing to apply for one).

Join GSL Education Today!

• Competitive pay rate: £95 - £120 per day based on experience.
• A dedicated consultant offering personalised support.
• Opportunities for career progression in SEND and mental health support.
• The chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable learners.

If you’re passionate about supporting students with SEMH needs and want to be part of a school that values empathy, structure, and resilience, we would love to hear from you.

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