SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) – Secondary

Location: Gateshead
Salary: £84 - £108 per day (depending on experience)
Start: ASAP
Contract: Daily Supply, Long Term

Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? Do you want to make a real difference in their lives and education? This is your chance to do just that!

GSL Education is working with an outstanding secondary school in Gateshead to find a dedicated and caring SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team. In this role, you’ll help students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.

Key Responsibilities of a SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Support SEMH Students: Provide one-to-one and group support to students with SEMH needs, helping them engage with their learning and manage emotions and behaviour.
• Assist Teachers: Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging lessons and adapt materials to suit the needs of SEMH students.
• Track Progress: Monitor and report on students' progress, identify areas for improvement, and celebrate achievements.
• Behaviour Management: Use effective strategies to encourage positive behaviour and address challenges.
• Emotional Support: Provide emotional support and guidance, helping students build resilience and coping strategies.
• Work with Others: Communicate regularly with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach.

What You will Need to be a SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in education, psychology, or a related field.
• Experience: Prior experience working with SEMH students.
• Skills: Strong organisational, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Approach: A compassionate and understanding attitude towards supporting students.
• Adaptability: Ability to work flexibly in a secondary school environment.
• DBS Check: Must have an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer to a SEMH Teaching Assistant:

• Competitive pay rates based on your experience.
• A variety of teaching opportunities in different schools.
• Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
• The chance to work in schools that value quality teaching.

Safeguarding Commitment

This role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the North East . For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.

Also - we are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants! If you know of anyone who may be suitable – get them to apply!