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SEMH Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Hull
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire HU7 0BE, England

Salary

£83 - £96 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • GSL Education is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant in Hull, with a salary ranging from £83 to £96 per day based on experience.
  • The role requires experience working with children or young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
  • As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support students in overcoming barriers to learning and achieving their educational goals.
  • Key responsibilities include providing one-on-one support, assisting teachers, and implementing effective behavior management strategies.
  • Candidates must possess strong empathy, communication skills, and an understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Hull
Rate: £83 - £96 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-Day/Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time

Are you passionate about assisting the educational and emotional development of students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

GSL Education are seeking a caring and dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join the brilliant team of a school located in Hull. This role comes with pride in helping students achieve their full potential through tailored support and innovative teaching methods.

The Role:

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their educational goals. This position involves working closely with students, teachers and other support staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities of an SEMH Teaching Assistant:

  • Provide one-on-one and group support to students with SEMH needs, helping them to engage with their learning and manage their emotions and behaviour.
  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting materials and strategies to meet the needs of SEMH students.
  • Track and report on the progress of students, identifying areas for improvement and celebrating successes.
  • Implement effective behaviour management strategies, promoting positive behaviour and addressing challenging behaviour appropriately.
  • Offer emotional support and guidance to students, helping them to develop coping strategies and build resilience.
  • Maintain regular communication with teachers, parents and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting students.

The successful candidate will have:

  • Experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs.
  • A background in psychology, counselling, or experience in behaviour management.
  • Demonstrably strong empathy, patience and a commitment to supporting the holistic development of each student.
  • Good organisational abilities, strong communication and classroom management skills and the capacity to run a classroom efficiently.
  • An understanding and compassionate approach to helping the students.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to work in a secondary school environment.
  • An updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).


We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEMH needs.

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’ 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.

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