Teaching Assistant (SEMH)

Vetro Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with SEMH in Preston (PR3), Lancashire. This temporary-to-permanent, term-time role offers an opportunity to work within a fully integrated education, care, and clinical environment supporting young people aged 8 to 18.

You will assist staff with tailored programmes for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related complex needs, promote positive behaviour, and help foster an inclusive classroom where every

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs is desirable.
• Mandatory DBS checks and reference verification.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs in learning and development.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering tailored educational programmes and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and create a safe, inclusive environment for all students.

Skills

SEN experience

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - SEMH

Location: Preston (PR3), Lancashire, North West England

Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent, Term Time only

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teaching Assistant to join our team in Preston (PR3), Lancashire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support children with complex needs within a fully integrated education, care, and clinical environment. You will play a vital part in helping young people aged 8 to 18 years develop essential skills for life in a nurturing and innovative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and associated complex needs in their learning and development.
• Assisting teaching staff in delivering tailored educational programmes and activities.
• Promoting positive behaviour and creating a safe, inclusive environment for all students.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs / LD / Autims is desirable.
• Mandatory compliance with DBS checks and reference verification in line with government regulations and safer recruitment practices.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Access to comprehensive training programmes to support your professional development.
• Opportunities to work in a beautiful countryside setting with access to outdoor activities and community engagement.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing mentoring and career growth opportunities.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.