SEMH Teaching Assistant

Looking for SEMH Teaching Assistant in Tower Hamlets!

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary Range: £95 - £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long-term, Full-time
Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:45 PM

Are you an experienced and compassionate Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a real difference? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

GSL Education needs an engaging and caring SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) to work 1:1 with a child with complex SEMH needs in a supportive school in Tower Hamlets.

Responsibilities of the SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA):

• Provide one-to-one behavioural and emotional support to a student with complex SEMH needs.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement tailored support strategies.
• Help the student develop coping mechanisms and social skills.
• Encourage engagement in learning activities while fostering emotional well-being.
• Maintain a structured and nurturing classroom environment.

Requirements of the SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA):

• Experience in SEN and behavioural support.
• Ability to provide strategies for SEMH needs.
• Resilient, proactive, and patient personality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A passion for helping students overcome challenges and thrive.
• A current CV covering the last ten years (with any gaps explained) and an enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate.
• Great working environment.
• Potential to secure a permanent contract.

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.

If you are a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) ready to support and inspire students, click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch!