SEN Teaching Assistant (SEMH) | Preston | Temp to Perm
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Job Description
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Location: Preston, Lancashire (PR1 - PR2 area) Contract: Full-Time, Temp to PermStart Date: April 2026 (Summer Term)
The Opportunity: Impact the Summer Term
Are you looking for a role with real purpose starting this April 2026? Our partner school in Preston is seeking a resilient and empathetic Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is a Temp to Perm position, designed to give you a full term to integrate into the school community before transitioning to a permanent contract for the new academic year.
You will be specialising in SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) support, working with students who need a consistent, "trusted adult" to help them navigate the challenges of the school day.
Key Responsibilities
- 1:1 SEMH Support: Act as a dedicated mentor for pupils with complex emotional needs, helping them with regulation and engagement.
- SEND Intervention: Work alongside the SENCO to deliver tailored support as outlined in students' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
- Positive Behaviour Management: Use trauma-informed strategies to de-escalate tension and maintain a calm, productive classroom.
- Preston Community Impact: Support local young people in building the social skills and confidence they need to succeed.
What We Are Looking For
We welcome applications from Qualified (Level 2/3) and Unqualified candidates with the right "Preston grit."
- Experience: Backgrounds in youth work, residential care, sports coaching, or previous TA work are highly valued.
- Specialism: An understanding of SEMH triggers and a passion for supporting students with SEND.
- Reliability: Since this is a Temp to Perm role, we are looking for someone committed to becoming a long-term fixture in the school.
- Start Date: You must be available to begin full-time in April 2026.
Why Join Our Preston Team?
- Pathway to Permanency: Prove your impact during the Summer term and secure a permanent contract.
- Competitive Weekly Pay: Earn up to £605 per week, paid every Friday (Gross).
- Professional Development: Access to specialised training in de-escalation (Team-Teach) and Autism awareness.
- Stability: Consistent Monday to Friday hours (term-time only) in a supportive school environment.
How to Apply
If you are searching for Teaching Assistant jobs in Preston or SEMH roles in Lancashire, this April 2026 start is the perfect career move.
Apply Now: Send your CV to or call for an informal chat. xbpsjku Closing Date: Open-ended until the role is filled.
- Location:
- Preston
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Education And Training
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