SEMH Teaching Assistant - Post-16

Description

SEMH Teaching Assistant - Post-16 Construction

Location: Chorley, Lancashire

Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Age Group: 16+

Setting: Specialist Post-16 Education / Construction

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to join a specialist post-16 education setting in Chorley, supporting young people aged 16+ as they develop the skills, confidence and independence needed for adulthood and employment.

The setting supports learners with a range of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside additional learning and communication needs. Learners are supported through a combination of classroom-based education, practical learning and construction-focused vocational training, helping them build the skills and behaviours required for the workplace.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young people who may have faced barriers to education and who wants to make a genuine difference to their future.

About You

We are looking for someone who is calm, patient, consistent and approachable, with the ability to build strong professional relationships with young people.

You will be confident supporting learners who may experience difficulties with emotional regulation, behaviour, confidence, engagement, communication or social interaction.

You don't necessarily need extensive SEN experience. What matters most is your ability to connect with young people, maintain clear boundaries, remain calm in challenging situations and encourage learners to recognise and achieve their potential.

Experience within education, youth work, care, construction, mentoring, sports coaching or other roles involving young people would be highly beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small-group support to learners aged 16+

Support learners with SEMH needs to engage positively with education and vocational training

Build trusting, professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries

Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation and effective communication

Support learners during both classroom-based learning and practical construction activities

Help learners develop confidence, independence and workplace-ready behaviours

Encourage attendance, engagement and participation in learning

Support learners who may become dysregulated or disengaged, using appropriate de-escalation and support strategies

Work alongside teaching staff to adapt activities and provide additional support where required

Help learners work towards their individual targets and wider personal development goals

Promote positive attitudes towards learning, responsibility and future employment

Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, families and other professionals where appropriate

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting young people aged 16+ is desirable

Experience working with SEMH, challenging behaviour or additional needs is highly desirable

A calm, patient and emotionally resilient approach

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

The confidence to establish clear and consistent boundaries

Ability to remain composed and professional during challenging situations

A genuine interest in helping young people develop independence and prepare for adulthood

Flexible, reliable and adaptable approach to supporting learners

Previous experience in education, youth work, care, mentoring, sports, construction or a similar environment is advantageous

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, Youth Work, Health & Social Care or similar qualification is desirable but not essential

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain oneAPPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

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 interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. xjnqpsq Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

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