Job Role: SEMH Teaching Assistant Location: Sheffield Start Date: ASAP Salary: £90 – £110 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 a client school located in Sheffield starting immediately. 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 thedelivery 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 withEducational 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.   Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and the successfulapplicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.  If you would like to apply for the position of SEMH Teaching Assistant in Sheffield, please submit your up-to-date CV via the application link and one of our dedicated consultants will reach out to you.