SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £75 – £95 per day

Contract Type: Full-Time

Are you looking for a career where you can work with students who have significant learning difficulties? If so, GSL Education can help. GSL Education are actively recruiting a SEMH Teaching Assistant to work at an Alternative Provision located in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, starting as soon as possible.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• The ability to identify students going into crisis mode and follow/be familiar with the Positive Behaviour Support System (PBS).
• Provide 1:1 support for a young student with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Support the delivery of in-class activities, promoting independent learning where possible, and encouraging appropriate social skills. 
• Follow Education Health Care Plans to ensure outcomes are met.  
• Previous involvement in a Wellbeing and Mind Team (WIMT) as an added advantage.
• Previous working experience with Educational Psychology services, Paediatricians, CAMHS or

Therapist.

• An Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one with GSL Education.

SEMH Teaching Assistant Responsibilities: 

• Support on a one to one and small group basis.
• Follow Education Health Care Plans to ensure outcomes are met.  
• Assist in engaging lessons including outdoor education and creative learning.  
• Support young people social interaction.
• Be able to work collaboratively with staff members and outside agencies, such as counsellors and mental health professionals
• Develop self-esteem, confidence, and emotional wellbeing resilience in students to ensure regular attendance in school and active participation in learning and social opportunities.

GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

For more information, or to apply for the role of SEMH Teaching Assistant in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.