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Job Title: SEMH TA Location: Dinnington Pay rate: 105 Per Day Start Date: Immediate Contract type -Day-to-day/ Long-term, Full-time/ Part-time Do you enjoy supporting young people who need additional help with their social, emotional, and mental health needs? GSL Education are seeking a motivated Social, Emotional and Mental Health Teaching Assistant (SEMH TA) to work with schools in Dinnington, supporting students who require guidance to manage emotions, behaviour, and engagement in learning. As an SEMH TA, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide targeted support, helping students develop positive coping strategies, build resilience, and access learning in a structured environment. Main Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with SEMH needs. Support pupils in managing behaviour and emotional regulation. Assist the teacher in maintaining a calm and positive classroom environment. Build trusting relationships with students to encourage engagement. Help implement behaviour support strategies and interventions. Monitor progress and report any concerns or improvements to staff. Requirements of SEMH TA: Previous experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH needs, is desirable. Strong behaviour management and communication skills. A patient, resilient, and supportive approach. Ability to build positive relationships with students. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply). Take the next step as an SEMH Teaching Assistant and help students build confidence, resilience, and positive behaviour – we welcome your application. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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 TA’ role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Tom Knight at for more information

Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives? Then come and join us as an Autism Support Worker? We are looking for 2 full-time, dedicated Autism Support Workers to join our friendly team in Worksop. This is a job where you really will be making a difference to people’s lives. You’ll be supporting autistic people with a variety of activities that they enjoy and encouraging independent living skills. You’ll find this is a rewarding job, which promises variety as no two days are ever the same. You will be positively supporting people by providing holistic support including personal care, medication administration, integration into the local community and managing their anxieties, which they may communicate through distressing behaviour. No experience is necessary, so don't worry if you don't think you know enough about how to support adults with autism. Full training is given. We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, who shares our values and who we can work with to develop their skills. If you have experience as a support worker, care assistant, nursery assistant, or personal care assistant or have worked in the NHS, health care or in social care, this position will be suited to you too. We have full-time, part-time and casual relief positions available in the Nottinghamshire area and are easily commutable by car from the surrounding areas. Our support is 24/7. The working pattern is on a rolling rota and includes a variety of shifts - early, lates, sleep-ins, weekends, bank holidays and flexible shift patterns. Please be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable offer sponsorships. What we offer: * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (33 days) * Occupational sick pay * Extensive induction with autism specialist training * Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care * Paid job-related qualifications during employment * Free initial DBS Check * Employer pension scheme * Friendly and supportive work environment * Refer a friend scheme worth £500 * Access to the Blue Light Card scheme * Employee Assistance Programme * Paid maternity/ paternity/ adoption leave We reserve the right to close the advert once sufficient applications have been received, therefore, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. Autism East Midlands is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from anyone interested in working with people with autism. We are also a Disability Confident Employer. If you meet the person specification criteria and are eligible for the Disability Confident scheme, we will guarantee you an interview – just let us know in your covering letter or in your email when you send us your application form. Either way don’t forget to tell us if you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme. Autism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If you’re a successful applicant you will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, we will meet any initial costs