SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job description

Empower Students as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Rotherham!

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Rotherham (S25)
Salary: £460 – £600 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day‑to‑day
Start Date: Immediately

Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them develop essential life and learning skills? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits in Rotherham, where a local school is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEMH Teaching Assistant to make a real difference in the lives of students.

About the School:
This Outstanding Ofsted‑rated school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment tailored to students with SEMH needs and additional learning requirements. Students benefit from personalised learning, strong pastoral care, and a focus on building emotional resilience, confidence, and independence. The school celebrates diversity, encourages positive behaviour, and ensures every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and personally. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment.

About the Role:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support students with social, emotional, and behavioural challenges, helping them access the curriculum and develop essential skills for life and learning. You will work closely with teachers and the SEN team to deliver tailored support, encourage positive behaviour, and foster confidence, independence, and wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

• Support students with SEMH needs in both classroom and 1:1 settings to help them engage with learning and manage behaviour.
• Implement individual support plans and strategies in collaboration with teachers and SEN staff.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and social skills through targeted interventions.
• Build trusting relationships with students, acting as a role model and mentor.
• Monitor and record student progress, behaviour, and engagement according to school policies.
• Assist with personal care when necessary, maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SEND coordinators, and other professionals to provide holistic support.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with students with SEMH or similar needs, ideally in a school setting.
• Understanding of SEMH challenges and effective behaviour management strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience to support students with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to adapt to individual student needs and work effectively within a team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of students with SEMH needs in Rotherham (S25). To apply for the position of an SEMH Teaching Assistant, please submit your CV today!

To work with GSL Education as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to‑date CV with two relevant references from the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one with GSL Education.

For more information or to apply, please contact at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link.