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Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)
Location: Tower Hamlets
Hours: 8:30 – 3:45 PM
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time / Long – Term
Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a warm and welcoming school in Tower Hamlets. This is a rewarding opportunity to support students in overcoming challenges and making progress in their academic and personal development.
As a Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant (TA), you will work closely with students to help them build the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. You will be part of a supportive team focused on promoting positive mental health and well-being for all students.
Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to students with SEMH needs, both individually and in groups.
- Assist in creating and implementing personalised learning plans.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
- Help students manage their emotions and improve social skills as an SEMH Teaching Assistant.
- Collaborate with teachers and other staff to ensure students’ needs are met effectively.
Requirements:
- Relevant qualifications, such as CACHE Level 2/3, are desirable but not essential.
- Experience working with students who have SEMH needs is an advantage.
- A compassionate and patient approach to supporting students.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Benefits:
- Outstanding Rated School
- Amazing Supportive School
- Opportunity to secure permanent contract
- Competitive pay
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Tower Hamlets!
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 (TA)’ 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.
