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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job in
Lancashire, Lancashire, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
Prospero Teaching
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 education
Ideal 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 people
Click 'Apply Now' to register your interest in this exciting SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity today!
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. All successful candidates will be required to complete safeguarding and vetting checks in line with statutory guidance.
SEN Teaching Assistant
- Blackburn Specialist SEMH School
- Up to £600 per week
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