SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

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Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary)

Location: Newcastle

Pay rate: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience).

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Are you a dedicated and compassionate professional eager to support young individuals facing Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges?

Do you possess the resilience, patience and adaptability needed to create a positive learning environment for students with additional needs? If so, GSL Education are offering an exciting opportunity for an SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary) to join a supportive school in Newcastle, where you can truly make a difference in students’ lives. This is a rewarding position suited to individuals who thrive in a dynamic and nurturing environment, ensuring that students feel valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Role Overview

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA)- Secondary, you will play a crucial role in supporting students who experience difficulties in managing emotions, behaviour and social interactions. Your role will involve working closely with teachers, pastoral teams and external agencies to provide tailored support that fosters students’ confidence, academic progress and emotional well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist in the delivery of tailored interventions that promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour management.
• Foster a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams to develop personalised learning plans.
• Support students in accessing the curriculum, engaging in lessons and achieving academic progress.
• Help to implement behaviour support strategies in line with the school’s policies.
• Act as a mentor and positive role model, building trusting relationships with students.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies to ensure holistic support.
  
  

Requirements

• Previous experience working as an SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary) or within a similar support role in an educational or care setting.
• A solid understanding of SEMH needs, behavioural challenges and de-escalation strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with students.
• Resilience, patience and adaptability to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment.
• A relevant qualification in Education, Psychology, Youth Work, or a related field (desirable but not essential).
• Have 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).
  
  

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Competitive pay rates reflecting your skills and experience.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance and support.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives in a supportive school environment.
• Potential for permanent employment following a successful period.
  
  

If you are a passionate SEMH Teaching Assistant (Secondary) eager to make a real difference in the lives of children in Newcastle, we invite you to apply today!

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 (Secondary)’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.