Job description
SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Gateshead, Newcastle
Salary: £75 - £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
GSL Education’s Newcastle branch is looking for a compassionate and committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join primary schools across Gateshead. This role is ideal for individuals with a passion for supporting young learners with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to thrive in both their personal and academic development.
Job Summary:
As an SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary), you will work closely with primary-aged students who experience SEMH challenges, providing tailored support to help them engage positively in school life. You will play a key role in fostering a nurturing learning environment and supporting students in overcoming barriers to learning and social integration.
Key Responsibilities for SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary):
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with SEMH needs, focusing on their emotional well-being and academic progress.
- Assist in the implementation of individual learning plans, behaviour strategies, and interventions to help students regulate their emotions.
- Build trusting relationships with students, helping to improve their self-esteem, social skills, and resilience.
- Monitor and report on student progress, communicating with teachers and SENCOs to adapt support plans when needed.
- Support the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Help manage challenging behaviours using positive reinforcement techniques and de-escalation strategies.
- Encourage and guide students in developing positive coping mechanisms and social interactions.
Essential Requirements for SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary):
- Previous experience working with children, ideally in an educational setting, and with a focus on SEMH.
- Understanding of the challenges faced by children with SEMH needs and strategies to help them overcome these barriers.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Patience, empathy, and resilience, with a genuine passion for supporting students’ emotional and educational development.
- Flexibility and the ability to work well as part of a team in a dynamic school environment.
- A valid DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
GSL Education are an ethical, independent recruitment provider, supporting schools across Newcastle with high-quality teaching and support staff.
Please note that this role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
For more information or to apply for the position of SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary), please click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.