Level 2 SEMH Teaching Assistant

Location: Preston, PR4 Contract: Full-Time, Agency temp to perm Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

A specialist education setting in Preston is seeking a committed and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis. The school supports children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs who require a highly structured, supportive, and therapeutic learning environment. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team to help pupils engage in education, develop emotional regulation skills, and build confidence both in and outside the classroom. The ideal candidate will be patient, understanding, and able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils who may present with challenging behaviour. You will be calm under pressure, adaptable, and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

Key Responsibilities

- Support pupils primary aged on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to access learning. - Assist in delivering personalised learning programmes tailored to each pupil’s needs. - Provide consistent support to pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. - Use positive behaviour support strategies to encourage engagement and progress. - Help create a calm, safe, and structured learning environment. - Support pupils in dev...