SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA)
Location: Gateshead
Salary: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Do you have the patience, resilience, and passion to support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) to support students in a secondary school setting in Gateshead from 8:45 AM to 2:45 PM. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of young people who need understanding, structure, and consistent support to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Role Responsibilities of the SEMH TA:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
• Help manage challenging behaviour in a calm, constructive manner.
• Assist with lesson engagement, adapting materials where necessary.
• Promote emotional regulation and positive social interaction
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and staff.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment.

Job Requirements of the SEMH TA:

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH or in an SEN/alternative provision setting.
• A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries.
• Good communication and behaviour management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• 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).

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay depending on your experience.
• Supportive consultants who are experts in SEND placements.
• Access to ongoing CPD opportunities.
• A chance to genuinely impact pupils’ lives and education outcomes.

If you are an aspiring teacher ready to inspire future authors, thinkers, and communicators, we would be delighted to help you begin your career journey.

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 in Gateshead, or to be considered, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV.

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