Job description

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)
Location: Worksop
Salary: £86 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time

Do you have the drive and dedication to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a SEMH Teaching Assistant to work with pupils in Worksop who require additional behavioural and emotional support. This role involves working both on-site and off-site, so a full UK driving licence with business insurance is essential.

As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Providing consistent emotional and behavioural support tailored to individual needs.
• Assisting with off-site provisions and transporting students when required.
• Helping to manage challenging behaviour and build positive relationships.
• Working closely with teachers, parents, and support staff to promote pupil wellbeing and progress.

To be a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will require:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
• Be calm, empathetic, and resilient under pressure.
• Be confident supporting learning across a range of subjects and settings.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
• Provide a full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps over the past 10 years.

Why work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates based on experience.
• Supportive and knowledgeable education consultants to guide your job search.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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.

To apply for this SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Worksop, please click “apply now” and submit your CV. One of our consultants will be in touch shortly.