Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Pay: £95-£105 per day
Start Date: November
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded SEMH secondary provision in the Preston area. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to help pupils feel confident, included, and engaged in their learning. These students often have additional needs (mild to moderate autism, ADHD) and some may present with trauma.
Due to the nature of these students you must be comfortable with challenging behaviour.
Your Role as a Teaching Assistant
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide classroom support across core subjects
Work with pupils in small groups and 1:1 where needed
Help adapt activities to support different learning needs
Encourage positive participation, focus and confidence in lessons
Support the class teacher with learning resources and routines
Contribute to a calm, safe and inclusive school environment
We're Looking For
Experience supporting children or young people (school, tutoring, youth work, care, coaching all welcome)
A proactive and patient approach
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Good communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
Teaching Assistant experience is beneficial, but not essential. We welcome applications from graduates and career changers looking to start a rewarding role in education.
What the School Can Offer
A supportive and welcoming staff team
Ongoing training and development
Opportunities to progress into specialised SEN support, HLTA or Teacher Training routes
A role where you will genuinely make a difference every day
Apply Today If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant position, click Apply Now and we will be in touch within 2-3 working days.
Prospero Teaching is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check
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