Graduate SEMH Learning Support Assistant: Inspire Pupils

AMA Admin; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Graduate SEMH Learning Support Assistant for a Specialist Primary School in Darlington, starting September 2026. This role offers valuable experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs in a calm, supportive environment.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, foster positive relationships, assist with emotional regulation, and work with teachers to implement individual plans and school policies, helping pupils access learning.

Qualifications

• A minimum 2:2 degree obtained within the last three years.
• Interest in supporting children and young people with SEMH needs.
• Experience with tutoring, mentoring or youth work is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Willingness to learn and develop in a specialist setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to SEMH pupils.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Encourage engagement with learning and overcome barriers.
• Follow individual support plans and school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and families.
• Observe and record pupil behaviour and progress.
• Promote inclusion and a calm learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm demeanor

Empathy

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a Graduate SEMH Learning Support Assistant for a Specialist Primary School in Darlington, starting September 2026. This role offers valuable experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs in a calm, supportive environment.

You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, foster positive relationships, assist with emotional regulation, and work with teachers to implement individual plans and school policies, helping pupils access learning.