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SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) Teaching Assistant

Location: Rotherham

Salary: £95 - £120 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full Time/Part Time

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? GSL Education are looking for a dedicated SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) Teaching Assistant to join our client school in Rotherham. As an SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)  Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one and group support to students with SEMH needs.
Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
Help to create a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment.
Support students in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour.
Monitor and record students' progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
Foster strong relationships with students, encouraging their confidence and self-esteem.
Requirements:

Experience working as an SEMH Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
Relevant qualifications such as CACHE or NVQ would be a plus but not must.   
A strong understanding of Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build trusting relationships with students and staff.
Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
Relevant qualifications in education or child development are desirable.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Have an updated CV (covering last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).  
GSL Education is an independent and ethical recruitment provider, supporting schools across Rotherham with their recruitment needs. 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 an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEMH Teaching Assistant 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.

Join us as an SEMH Teaching Assistant and help shape the future of young people in Rotherham