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SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Preston

Job Posted: 15 hours ago

  • Salary: £ 99.64 - 121 / Day

    Job Type: Contract

  • Location: Preston, Lancashire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

SEMH Specialist Teaching Assistant - Secondary School, Preston SEMH Teaching Assistant Preston Secondary School | Challenging Behaviour Job | £95 - £121.64 Daily Pay Specialist role supporting secondary students in Preston with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. Join a supportive pastoral team for 1:1 and group intervention. Excellent daily pay & career development. SEMH Teaching Assistant (TA) - Secondary School Are you a dedicated and highly resilient professional with experience supporting young people facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) barriers? We are seeking an exceptional SEMH Teaching Assistant to join the committed pastoral team at a mainstream secondary school in Preston, Lancashire. This role is crucial for ensuring vulnerable students can access their education, focusing on behaviour support, emotional regulation, and fostering positive relationships. The Role: Intervention and Inclusion You will be the vital link between pastoral care and the classroom, working to minimise disruption and promote positive engagement for students with complex emotional needs. In-Class Support: Embed yourself within the classroom to provide proactive de-escalation and immediate behaviour management, allowing the main teacher to continue their lesson flow. 1:1 & Group Intervention: Deliver targeted sessions focused on emotional literacy, self-regulation techniques, resilience building, and conflict resolution for identified students. Behaviour Strategy: Confidently implement and contribute to the review of individual behaviour plans (IBPs) and risk assessments, utilising a trauma-informed approach. Liaison: Work in tandem with the SENCO, Heads of Year, and external agencies to ensure a cohesive and consistent support structure for vulnerable learners. Mentorship: Act as a consistent and empathetic role model, building trusting relationships to motivate students and improve their attendance and attainment. Essential Skills and Experience To be successful as an SEMH TA in Preston, you must demonstrate the following: Experience: Significant, recent experience working directly with secondary-aged pupils who exhibit challenging behaviour and/or have SEMH needs (experience in PRU, youth work, or specialist settings is highly valuable). Expertise: Proven ability in de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour management strategies. Resilience: Exceptional personal resilience, patience, and the ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanour in highly challenging situations. Safeguarding: A thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Compliance: Must hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service. Why Work in Preston Secondary Schools? Supportive Environment: Join a school that prioritises staff well being and provides a clear structure for pastoral support. Professional Growth: Access to specialist CPD opportunities, including training in emotional coaching and positive handling. Rewarding Work: Be part of a team that directly transforms the lives of young people who need it most. If you are ready to apply your specialist SEMH skills to drive positive change in a Preston secondary school, we encourage you to apply now! Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your specific experience in SEMH behaviour support

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