SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Ashington
Salary: £75-£110 per day (Depending on experience)
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long Term
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Ashington. We are looking for committed individuals who are passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Role:
As a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to students facing social and emotional challenges, helping them engage positively with their education. You will play a vital role in creating a safe and supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities for a SEMH Teaching Assistant Include:
* Supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs on a one-to-one or small group basis.
* Implementing behaviour management strategies to promote positive behaviour.
* Collaborating with teachers and other professionals to develop personalised support plans.
* Encouraging student participation and engagement in classroom activities.
Requirements for a SEMH Teaching Assistant:
* Experience working with children with SEMH needs is preferred.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students.
* Patience and empathy in supporting students’ emotional and social development.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits:
* Competitive pay rates.
* Professional development opportunities.
* A welcoming and inclusive school environment.
If you are a compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a role in Ashington, apply now!
To work with GSL Education as a SEMH Teaching Assistant, you should:
* Have the right to work in the UK.
* Provide an up-to-date CV that covers the past 10 years with gaps not exceeding a month and includes all references from the past 2 years, with employer references from all places worked in the past 2 years.
* Have an Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in the "SEMH Teaching Assistant" role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.