Do you have a passion for supporting children with SEMH needs? Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in their educational journey?

Job Title: Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Bolsover (S44)
Salary Range: £86 - £100 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Be the Difference in a Child’s Day – Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant – Bolsover (S44)!

GSL Education are inviting compassionate and resilient individuals to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Bolsover (S44) as a SEMH Teaching Assistant. This rewarding role is perfect for someone who thrives in a supportive, structured environment and is committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning caused by social, emotional, or mental health difficulties.

Role Overview:

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with students in Key Stages 3 and 4 who require tailored emotional and behavioural support. As a Secondary SEMH TA, you will foster positive relationships, promote emotional well-being, and play an active role in helping students build the confidence they need to succeed in and out of the classroom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions focused on emotional regulation, resilience, and engagement.
• Provide classroom support to ensure accessibility of learning for students with SEMH needs.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students, offering a safe and supportive presence.
• Implement and monitor behaviour support plans in collaboration with teachers and the SENCO.
• Support with managing challenging behaviours in a calm and consistent manner.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating positive behaviour and emotional intelligence.
• Maintain regular communication with staff, parents, and outside agencies when required.

Job Requirements:

• Experience working with secondary-aged students with SEMH or behavioural difficulties is required.
• Familiarity with behaviour management strategies and trauma-informed practice.
• A patient, empathetic, and reflective approach to building trust and managing behaviour.
• Relevant qualifications in Childcare, Education, Youth Work, Psychology or similar are advantageous.
• Team Teach or de-escalation training is highly desirable (training can be arranged).
• Strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting positive outcomes for young people.
• 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).

Why GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates tailored to your experience.
• A supportive and experienced education consultancy team.
• Access to varied and fulfilling placements across the local area.
• The chance to make a real impact on a pupil’s learning and well-being journey.

If you''re ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people in Bolsover, apply today to become a Secondary SEMH Teaching Assistant.

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 ‘Secondary 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 touch.