Social Emotional Mental Health Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education agency is seeking an SEMH Teaching Assistant in Preston. The role involves supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs to foster engagement in learning. Ideal candidates should have experience with SEMH and strong communication skills. This temporary position may lead to a permanent contract following a successful period.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive agency and school environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioral needs.
• Ability to de-escalate situations and remain calm under pressure.
• A proactive approach to supporting learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in small groups and on a one-to-one basis.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering personalized learning plans.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Positive approach

Job description

Overview

Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Teaching Assistant - Preston

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist school in Preston. The role involves working with pupils who experience social, emotional and mental health challenges, helping them to engage positively in learning and develop essential life skills.

Details

Position: SEMH Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP or January start

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in small groups and on a one-to-one basis
• Assist the class teacher in delivering personalised learning plans
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through consistent strategies
• Build trusting relationships that encourage engagement and self-confidence
• Contribute to the wider school ethos of inclusion, respect, and care

Requirements

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs (school, youth work, or residential care experience desirable)
• Strong communication, empathy, and resilience
• Ability to de-escalate situations and remain calm under pressure
• A positive, proactive approach to supporting learning and development

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive agency and school environment
• Potential for a permanent contract following a successful temporary period

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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