Flexible Learning Support Assistant (SEMH/SEND)

Ripple Education; Horsham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Professional development

Flexible and long-term opportunities

Job summary

Ripple Education is seeking patient, resilient Learning Support Assistants for mainstream and specialist education settings in the North East. Roles include supporting children with SEMH and SEND, with flexible, full-time, part-time and ad hoc placements.

You will work with experienced teachers, access specialist training, and join a friendly team. Applicants must have safeguarding awareness and the right to work in the UK; DBS checks will be part of safer recruitment.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience supporting children or young people
• Calm, compassionate approach
• Ability to establish positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries
• Understanding of safeguarding
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support
• Support pupils' learning and emotional development
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and engagement with education
• Support teachers in delivering structured lessons and interventions
• Build trusted and consistent relationships with young people
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills

Experience with SEND

Calm approach

Building relationships

Safeguarding understanding

Education

Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Ripple Education is seeking patient, resilient Learning Support Assistants for mainstream and specialist education settings in the North East. Roles include supporting children with SEMH and SEND, with flexible, full-time, part-time and ad hoc placements.

You will work with experienced teachers, access specialist training, and join a friendly team. Applicants must have safeguarding awareness and the right to work in the UK; DBS checks will be part of safer recruitment.