SEMH Teaching Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant
Job Title: SEMH Teaching Assistant (Social, Emotional & Mental Health)
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £95 £ 115 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term Placements & Flexible Supply
Are you a resilient, empathetic Teaching Assistant experienced in supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?
GAC Education is recruiting dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistants to work across specialist SEMH provisions, Alternative Provisions (APs), Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), and mainstream SEN hubs throughout Wakefield and the surrounding West Yorkshire area.
In an SEMH setting, behaviour is often a form of communication. We are seeking practitioners who understand trauma-informed practice, excel at building trusting relationships, and can remain calm under pressure to help vulnerable pupils re-engage with their learning.
Key ResponsibilitiesProviding 1:1, small group, and targeted mentoring for pupils with EHCPs for SEMH, trauma histories, or associated conditions (such as ADHD, ASC, and attachment disorders).
Utilizing de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour support strategies to help pupils regulate their emotions.
Assisting class teachers with tailored learning tasks, movement breaks, and sensory activities.
Fostering an inclusive, non-judgmental ...
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