SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Specialist 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 confidence and resilience to work with pupils who may display challenging behaviour, emotional dysregulation, or difficulties engaging with education?

A specialist SEMH school in Blackburn is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join its experienced support team. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in SEN, care, youth work, residential support, sports coaching, mentoring, or behaviour support, as well as graduates considering careers in psychology, social work, mental health, or education.

The Role - SEN Teaching Assistant

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with needs including SEMH, ADHD, Autism, attachment difficulties, trauma-related needs, and challenging behaviour.

You will work across 1:1 support, small-group interventions, and classroom activities, helping pupils access education while developing their social, emotional, and communication skills.

A key part of the role will involve recognising triggers and supporting pupils when they become dysregulated. You will use established behaviour management and de-escalation strategies, maintaining clear and consistent boundaries while helping pupils develop healthier ways to communicate and manage their emotions.

What's on Offer

Up to £600 per week

Full-time, long-term SEN Teaching Assistant position

September start

Extensive SEMH and behaviour management training

Support from experienced teachers and pastoral professionals

Excellent experience for careers in psychology, social work, youth justice, mental health, or SEN educationIdeal Candidate - SEN Teaching Assistant

Previous SEMH, SEN, or challenging behaviour experience highly desirable

Experience in PRUs, care, residential support, youth work, sports coaching, or mentoring welcomed

Calm and confident when managing challenging situations

Able to establish firm, consistent boundaries while remaining empathetic

Resilient, patient, and emotionally intelligent

Psychology and related graduates encouraged to apply

Genuine desire to improve outcomes for vulnerable young peopleClick 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity today!

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