SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary)
Location: Newcastle
Pay rate: £84 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Daily Supply, Long-Term

Do You Have the Patience and Dedication to Support Pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs?

GSL Education are welcoming applications for the position of SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary) in Newcastle. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in a nurturing and structured primary school environment.

Role Overview:

As an SEMH Primary TA, you will play a vital role in helping children overcome barriers to learning, both academic and emotional. Working closely with class teachers and the SENCO, you will deliver tailored support and implement behaviour management strategies that foster growth and confidence in young learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help implement individual education and behaviour plans.
• Foster a positive, supportive and safe learning environment.
• Monitor emotional well-being and promote resilience.
• Support teachers with classroom activities and pupil engagement.
• Liaise with external professionals and parents/carers when required.

Job Requirements:

• A relevant qualification in education, psychology, counselling, or child development (e.g., CACHE Level 3, NVQ, degree in a related field).
• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs in a school, alternative provision, or youth work setting.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and how to adapt learning for children with SEMH challenges.
• Ability to implement behaviour management strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• A strong understanding of attachment theory, trauma-informed practices and behaviour management strategies.
• Resilience, patience and a nurturing approach to supporting young learners.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff and parents.
• 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).

What does GSL Education Offer?

• Benefit from a structured daily pay scale of £84 to £110, ensuring fair compensation for your experience.
• A dedicated consultant providing personalised career support.
• The chance to work in a rewarding and impactful role within a supportive school setting.
• A pathway to securing permanent employment within an inclusive educational environment.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive both socially and academically, apply today to join a committed team in Newcastle, making a real difference.

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 ‘SEMH Teaching Assistant (Primary)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and get in touch directly with Saif at  (url removed) for more information.

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