Job description
Job Title: Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £100 - £110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a passion for supporting pupils with SEMH needs—and a driving license to help you go the extra mile?
GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and experienced Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a welcoming and inclusive school environment in Chesterfield. This role requires flexibility, dedication, and a proactive attitude—plus the ability to travel where needed.
Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs.
- Build strong, trusting relationships to help pupils feel safe, understood, and motivated.
- Implement behaviour management strategies and support emotional regulation.
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting content to individual learning styles.
- Travel between school sites or to off-site provision, as required.
- Work closely with SENCOs, teaching staff, and external professionals to deliver holistic support.
Requirements:
- Experience working with SEMH, or additional learning needs is essential.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Strong communication skills, resilience, and empathy.
- Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
- A team player who can also work independently when needed.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Benefits:
- Competitive daily pay based on experience.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking school.
- Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.
- Make a real impact in the classroom and contribute to whole-school success.
- Friendly and inclusive working environment.
If you are a passionate Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant eager to make a real difference in the lives of children in Chesterfield, we invite you to apply today!
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
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 ‘Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant’ role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.