SEMH Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 16,380 - 27,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Behaviour management training

Mentoring for pupils

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist secondary SEMH school in Blackburn from September. The role involves supporting pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH, ADHD, Autism and behavioural challenges, providing 1:1 mentoring and small-group interventions.

You'll work with teachers and pastoral staff to promote emotional regulation and positive engagement with education, requiring resilience, patience and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEN, care, youth work, mentoring or similar desirable.
• Resilient, patient, and emotionally intelligent.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring and classroom support for pupils aged 11–16.
• Deliver small-group interventions to aid learning and engagement.
• Support emotional regulation and positive engagement with education.

Skills

1:1 mentoring

classroom support

small-group interventions

emotional regulation

behaviour management

communication skills

Education

Psychology degree

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

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

Are you passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Do you have the resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence to help secondary-aged pupils overcome barriers to learning?

A specialist secondary SEMH school in Blackburn is seeking a committed SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in SEN, youth work, care, support work, sports coaching, residential care, or mentoring, as well as graduates looking to build careers in Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Youth Justice, or SEN Education.

The Role - SEMH Teaching Assistant

As an SEMH Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 11-16 with needs including SEMH, ADHD, Autism, attachment difficulties, trauma, and behavioural challenges.

Working alongside teachers and pastoral staff, you will provide 1:1 mentoring, classroom support, and small-group interventions, helping pupils develop emotional regulation, improve behaviour, and re-engage positively with education.

You will play a key role in implementing behaviour support strategies, promoting restorative approaches, and building positive relationships that encourage confidence, resilience, and personal growth. This role requires someone who can remain calm under pressure, establish clear boundaries, and become a consistent, trusted adult for young people who thrive on routine and encouragement.

What's on Offer

• Up to £600 per week
• Full-time, long-term SEMH Teaching Assistant role
• September start
• Ongoing SEMH and behaviour management training
• Supportive leadership and experienced mentoring
• Excellent experience for careers in psychology, therapy, education, youth justice, or social work

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in SEN, care, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, or similar desirable
• Resilient, patient, and emotionally intelligent
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people
• Psychology graduates and related degree holders encouraged to apply

This SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Blackburn offers an excellent opportunity to gain specialist experience while making a lasting difference in the lives of young people who need positive role models and dedicated support.

All successful candidates will be required to complete safeguarding and vetting checks in line with statutory guidance.

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Secondary SEMH School - Up to £600 per week

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