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SEMH Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 13 hours ago
Salary: £ 13.68 - 16.12 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bournemouth
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Work as an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Bournemouth!
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
Are you passionate about supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs?
GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and skilled SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) to join a specialist school in Bournemouth. This role is perfect for someone dedicated to helping young learners develop emotional resilience, social skills, and confidence within a structured and nurturing environment.
In this role, you will work closely with students who require additional emotional and behavioural support. You will assist with personalised strategies to manage behaviour, promote wellbeing, and support positive engagement in learning.
About the School:
The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for students with moderate to severe learning difficulties. They believe in the power of education to transform lives, and their dedicated team plays a key role in helping the students reach their full potential. With a strong focus on inclusivity and respect, the school offers a wide range of facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool, multi-sensory rooms, and specialised therapy spaces, alongside a rich curriculum that spans from Early Years to Post 16. Students benefit from small class sizes, collaborative planning between teachers and therapists, and a variety of enrichment activities designed to build confidence, independence, and personal growth.
Main Responsibilities of an SEMH Teaching Assistant:
Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with SEMH needs.
Assist in the implementation of behaviour support plans and emotional wellbeing strategies.
Encourage positive social interaction, self-regulation, and communication skills.
Support students in managing anxiety, frustration, or challenging behaviours in a calm and consistent manner.
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families.
Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
SEMH Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) Requirements:
Experience supporting students with SEMH or related additional needs.
CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Teaching Assistance, Health & Social Care, or a related qualification is desirable.
A patient, empathetic, and understanding approach.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
To thrive in an SEMH Teaching Assistant role, you should:
Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from the last two years.
Possess an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
Why choose GSL Education:
Competitive rates of pay and rewarding placements.
Dedicated consultant support tailored to your career.
Access to professional development and ongoing training.
Ethical and transparent recruitment standards.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
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 touchBefore You Apply
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