Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
SEMH Focus - Specialist SEN School - Bolton - Up to £600 per week - Full-Time
Are you a graduate eager to gain experience supporting young people with SEMH needs and behavioural challenges?
Do you have the confidence and resilience to thrive in a specialist school environment?
A specialist SEN school in Bolton is looking to appoint a driven and resilient Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, alongside associated challenging behaviour.
The Role - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
In this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will work with pupils aged 11-16, providing 1:1 and small-group support to help them engage with learning and manage their behaviour effectively.
You will play a key role in supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management, and engagement, using structured strategies to de-escalate challenging situations and promote positive outcomes. Building strong, consistent relationships will be central to success in this Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role.
This Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant position is ideal for graduates 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
Ongoing training in SEMH and behaviour support
Excellent preparation for future careers in education or psychologyIdeal Candidate - Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Graduate (2:1 or above preferred, Psychology desirable)
Resilient, confident, and able to manage challenging behaviour
Experience in SEN, youth work, sports coaching, or care highly desirable
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Passion for supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged young peopleThis Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant role in Bolton offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a genuine impact.
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 - Bolton SEN School - Up to £600 per week
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