SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEMH Teaching Assistant

Kirkham, LancashireSpecialist SEMH College CentrePart-time - Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday | Term-time | Agency Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEMH College Centre in Kirkham for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to work 3 days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs while benefiting from a consistent part-time schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
• Support learners to re-engage with education, routines, and emotional regulation
• Assist teaching staff with lesson delivery and differentiated activities
• Apply positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
• Support students both academically and emotionally
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour, or additional needs(schools, colleges, PRUs, care, youth work, or similar settings)
• Calm, patient, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team
• TA qualification desirable but not essential
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly agency pay
• Fixed part-time schedule: Tuesday to Thursday
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to training and CPD opportunities
• Long-term placement with potential for permanent opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a specialist SEMH setting

How to Apply

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Preston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£14.00 Per Hour

Published at

13-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English