Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

SEMH Focus - Specialist SEN School - Warrington - Up to -550 per week - Full-Time

Are you a graduate looking to build experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour?

Do you have the resilience and confidence to succeed in a specialist SEN setting?

A specialist SEN school in Warrington is seeking a proactive and committed Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside behavioural challenges. If you are interested in kickstarting a long-term career within Psychology, Therapy, Social Work or SEN Education, this is the ideal role for you.

The Role - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 11-16 through 1:1 and small-group interventions, helping them access education and develop positive behaviours.

A key aspect of this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role will involve managing challenging behaviour using structured and consistent strategies. You will help pupils regulate their emotions, re-engage with learning, and build confidence in a safe and supportive environment.

Developing strong relationships will be essential, as you act as a positive role model for pupils who benefit from clear boundaries and consistent encouragement.

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for those considering careers in Educational Psychology, Mental Health, Youth Work, or SEN Teaching.

What''s on Offer

• Up to -600 per week
• Full-time, long-term Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role
• Immediate or September start available
• Specialist training in SEMH and behaviour management
• Excellent experience for future careers in education or psychology

Ideal Candidate - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant

• Graduate (2:1 or above preferred, Psychology desirable)
• Resilient, confident, and comfortable managing challenging behaviour
• Experience in SEN, youth work, sports coaching, or care highly desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for supporting vulnerable young people

This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Warrington offers a fantastic opportunity to develop essential skills while making a real difference.

Click ''Apply Now'' to register your interest in this exciting Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role today!

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and complete all safeguarding and vetting checks. Anyone working with children or vulnerable young people must uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Warrington SEN School - Up to -600 per week

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