Job Description

Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant

Specialist SEMH School - Preston - Up to £600 per week - Full-Time - September Start

Are you a graduate looking to begin a rewarding career supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you want to gain invaluable frontline experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or SEN Education?

A specialist SEMH school in Preston is seeking a resilient and enthusiastic Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated support team from September. This is an excellent opportunity to develop highly transferable skills while making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people.

The Role - Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs including SEMH, ADHD, Autism, attachment difficulties, and behavioural challenges.

Working on both a 1:1 basis and within small groups, you will help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop emotional regulation strategies, and build confidence both inside and outside the classroom.

You will become an integral member of a supportive multidisciplinary team, working alongside experienced teachers and pastoral staff to deliver targeted interventions tailored to each pupil's individual needs. Building positive relationships, maintaining clear boundaries, and acting as a consistent role model will be central to your success.

What's on Offer

Up to £600 per week

Full-time, long-term role

September start

Specialist SEMH and behaviour management training

Supportive leadership and experienced mentoring

Outstanding preparation for careers in psychology, therapy, education, or social careIdeal Candidate - Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant

Graduate (Psychology or related degree desirable)

Experience in care, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, or SEN advantageous

Resilient, confident, and emotionally intelligent

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Passion for supporting vulnerable young peopleThis Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Preston provides an outstanding foundation for graduates looking to build a long-term career supporting children with additional needs.

Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest today!

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful candidates will be required to complete safeguarding and vetting checks in line with statutory guidance.

Graduate SEMH Teaching Assistant - Preston SEMH School - Up to £600 per week

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