SEMH Teaching Assistant - SEN Unit (Mainstream School) Location: Preston Start Date: ASAP Contract: Long-term / Ongoing Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience) We are working closely with a mainstream primary school in Preston that has a dedicated SEN Unit, and they are seeking an experienced and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join their team with an immediate start. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to regulate emotions, engage with learning, and build positive relationships within a structured and nurturing environment. The Role You will work closely with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups within the SEN Unit, supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and access to learning. Pupils may present with SEMH needs, trauma-related behaviours, autism, or ADHD. You will collaborate with teachers, SEN staff, and external professionals to ensure consistent routines, clear boundaries, and positive outcomes for pupils. Support may also include supervised integration into mainstream classes where appropriate. About You You will have prior experience working with children or young people with SEMH or additional needs, either within education, care, youth work, or support settings. You are calm under pressure, resilient, patient, and confident in managing challenging behaviour. Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable pupils are essential. Availability to start immediately is highly desirable. What's On Offer A long-term role within a supportive mainstream school and specialist SEN Unit. Consistent hours and stability through an ongoing placement. Weekly pay at competitive rates. Ongoing support and guidance throughout your placement. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils who need it most. If you are an SEMH-focused Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Preston, this is an excellent opportunity to join a school that prioritises inclusion, wellbeing, and positive behaviour support. Apply today to discuss this role in confidence. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP 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 All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.