SEMH Learning Support Assistant

GSL Education; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a SEMH Learning Support Assistant in Sudbury to provide dedicated support to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a valid driving licence. This full-time role offers a chance to make a positive difference in young learners' lives in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience providing support to pupils with SEMH needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Must have a valid driving licence and own vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs.
• Help students regulate emotions and behaviour.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery.
• Implement personalised support plans.
• Promote resilience and confidence in pupils.

Skills

Previous experience working as a SEMH Learning Support Assistant or in a similar setting

Strong interpersonal skills

Calm and resilient approach

Empathetic to challenging behaviour

Job description

Job description

Role: SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Location: Sudbury

Pay Rate: £90 – £110 per day

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-time

GSL Education is currently recruiting SEMH Learning Support Assistants to provide dedicated support to pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs at a school in Sudbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young learners who require additional guidance, stability, and encouragement.

About School: Set in the countryside, this specialist setting provides a calm, supportive environment where young people are empowered to achieve their full potential. Rated Good by Ofsted, it combines high-quality teaching with therapeutic support, ensuring every student can thrive both academically and personally.

Main Purpose of the SEMH Learning Support Assistant Role

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH needs
• Help students regulate emotions and behaviour to access learning effectively
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery, ensuring pupils remain engaged and included
• Work alongside pastoral and SEN teams to implement personalised support plans
• Promote resilience, independence, and confidence in pupils

Ideal Candidate Skills & Qualities

• Previous experience working as a SEMH Learning Support Assistant or in a similar school or youth work setting
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils
• Calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to supporting challenging behaviour
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through GSL Education)

This SEMH Learning Support Assistant role in Sudbury requires someone who can act as a positive role model, helping students navigate both learning and personal development in a safe and supportive environment.

Must have own vehicle and a valid driving licence

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to register your interest in the SEMH Learning Support Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.