FE Support Assistant

Milk Education; Middleton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education provider in the UK is looking for an FE Support Assistant (SEMH) to provide compassionate, proactive support for learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves working closely with teaching staff and external agencies to help students access the curriculum and develop vital life skills. Ideal candidates are patient, empathetic, and knowledgeable about SEMH practices. This position offers career development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Career development opportunities

Access to staff wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Compassionate and proactive attitude towards supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience in educational support settings or similar roles is desirable.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practices and special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group support for learners with SEMH needs.
• Assist students in managing emotions and engagement.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to adapt learning resources.
• Support students with organizational and study skills.
• Contribute to individual learning plans and behavior support plans.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Record observations in line with safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Calm under pressure

Experience with vulnerable groups

Knowledge about SEMH

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

FE Support Assistant

FE Support Assistant (SEMH)

About Us

MILK Education is a dynamic and inclusive further education provider committed to supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, person‑centred environment where students feel safe, valued and empowered to succeed both academically and personally.

The Role

We are seeking a compassionate, proactive and resilient FE Support Assistant to join our specialist team. You will work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure that learners with SEMH needs receive high‑quality support that enables them to access the curriculum, build self‑confidence and develop vital life skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1 : 1 and small‑group support for learners with SEMH needs.
• Assist students in managing emotions, behaviour and engagement in college life.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that promote student wellbeing and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt learning activities and resources.
• Support students with organisation, study skills and transitions throughout the day.
• Contribute to behaviour support plans and individual learning plans.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Record observations, progress and concerns accurately in line with safeguarding procedures.

We are looking for someone who is :

• Patient, empathetic and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs.
• Experienced in working with young people or vulnerable groups (desirable).
• Knowledgeable about SEMH, trauma‑informed practice or SEND (desirable).
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

What We Offer

• A supportive, dedicated and friendly team environment.
• Comprehensive training including SEMH, safeguarding and behaviour support.
• Opportunities for career development and progression within SEND and FE.
• Access to staff wellbeing resources and professional support.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to