Graduate Teaching Assistant - Blackpool

Teaching Personnel; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH school in Blackpool, focused on supporting students with social and emotional needs. Ideal for recent graduates aiming for careers in education, psychology, or youth work. Training and support provided in a well-resourced environment.

Benefits

Full training and ongoing support

A rewarding role with real impact

Excellent experience for future careers

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree.
• A genuine interest in working with young people who require additional support.
• Able to remain calm under pressure and positively respond to challenging behavior.

Responsibilities

• Support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Encourage positive behavior and engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Start Date: September 2025

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) school in Blackpool. This role is ideal for recent graduates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and are considering a future career in education, psychology, or youth work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students with social, emotional, and mental health needs in both group settings and on a one-to-one basis.
• Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and classroom management.
• Help to create a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement through consistent routines and clear boundaries.
• Adapt learning materials and strategies to meet individual student needs.

Requirements:

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• A genuine interest in working with young people who require additional support.
• Patience, resilience, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond positively to challenging behaviour.
• Any experience in an educational, care, or youth setting is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

• £13.75 per hour pay rate.
• Full training and ongoing support from experienced professionals.
• A rewarding role with real impact and purpose.
• Excellent experience for those pursuing careers in teaching, mental health, or social work.
• A well-resourced school environment with a committed and supportive staff team.

This Blackpool-based school provides a tailored curriculum and a nurturing environment for students with SEMH needs. It is accessible via public transport and committed to staff development and wellbeing.

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now and we will be in contact within the next 48 hours to discuss next steps.

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