Job description
Job Title: Teaching Assistant – SEMH and Behavioural Difficulties
Location: Wandsworth, SW18
Salary Range: £110 per day
Start time: ASAP
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and behavioural difficulties?
If so, GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant (TA) to join our team in Wandsworth (SW18). This rewarding role offers the chance to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Behavioural Difficulties, helping them thrive both academically and personally.
Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant – SEMH and Behavioural Difficulties:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students with SEMH and behavioural difficulties.
- Collaborate with teachers and specialists to create tailored learning plans.
- Implement strategies to manage challenging behaviour effectively and positively.
- Assist in classroom activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning space.
- Support the development of social skills and emotional resilience in students.
- Monitor and report student progress to staff and parents/carers as needed.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment.
Requirements of the Teaching Assistant – SEMH and Behavioural Difficulties:
- Previous experience working with SEMH or behavioural difficulties (preferable).
- A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting young learners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding practices.
- Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
Benefits of the Teaching Assistant – SEMH and Behavioural Difficulties:
- Competitive daily rate of £110.
- A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Convenient location in Wandsworth with excellent transport links.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Teaching Assistant (TA)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Wandsworth, SW18!
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 ‘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.