Job description
Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (SEMH)
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £87 - £108 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Daily Supply, Long Term
Are you a compassionate graduate eager to support and inspire students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a dynamic learning environment?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a dynamic school environment in Newcastle. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive setting and make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work closely with teachers and school staff to support the educational, social, and emotional development of students with SEMH needs.
- Assist in planning and delivering tailored interventions and classroom activities.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment for students.
- Support students in both group settings and on a one-to-one basis as needed.
- Assist with monitoring and reporting on student progress and behaviour.
- Contribute to maintaining classroom discipline and addressing behavioural challenges constructively.
- Encourage student engagement and participation through creative and supportive approaches.
Requirements:
- A degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field.
- Experience working with children or young people, preferably with SEMH needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive and flexible attitude with the ability to adapt to different situations.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for supporting the growth and development of students.
- An enhanced DBS check on the update service or willingness to obtain one.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Access to professional development and training.
- A supportive, dedicated consultant to assist with your career needs.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘GRAD TA (SEMH)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Newcastle!
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.
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 ‘GRAD TA (SEMH)’ 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.