Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Daily Supply/Long Term, Part Time/Full Time
Are you passionate about supporting primary-aged students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join one of our client primary schools in Gateshead. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives while developing your career in education. Whether you are looking for part-time or full-time hours, this flexible role offers the chance to work in a supportive school environment.
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will be working closely with primary-aged children who need additional support with their emotional and social development. You will help students overcome barriers to learning, provide tailored academic and emotional support, and work with the wider school team to create a safe and nurturing environment where every student can thrive.
Key Responsibilities as an SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary):
* Provide tailored support to primary-aged students with SEMH needs, helping them to engage with lessons and manage their emotions.
* Assist in delivering personalised learning activities and interventions, helping students to overcome academic and emotional challenges.
* Support students in developing their social and emotional skills, ensuring they are prepared for classroom learning and social interactions.
* Work closely with class teachers to create individualised learning plans for students, helping to monitor and track their progress.
* Assist with behaviour management, using positive reinforcement and de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm and focused learning environment.
* Promote inclusivity and well-being, creating a supportive atmosphere for students with SEMH needs to flourish both academically and socially.
Ideal Candidate for the SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) Role:
* Experience working with primary-aged students, particularly those with SEMH or other additional needs.
* A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively with children facing emotional challenges.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
* A genuine passion for supporting young children to succeed, both academically and emotionally.
* A commitment to creating a positive and inclusive environment that meets the individual needs of all students.
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
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 in Primary 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.