Graduate SEMH Support & Learning Assistant

Pertemps Education Network; Grafham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Education Network in Godalming is seeking a Graduate Pastoral and Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH team. You will build positive relationships with pupils, support their social, emotional and mental health development, and deliver targeted interventions in a supportive school environment.

This full-time, term-time only role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm with an ASAP start and on-site work, and includes thorough training and CPD to develop trauma‑informed

Qualifications

• Graduate in Psychology, Criminology or related field.
• Interest in SEMH, mental health, and trauma-informed practice.
• Willing to train and benefit from CPD.
• No prior school experience required.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students at risk of exclusion.
• Support pupils' social, emotional, and mental health development.
• Deliver targeted interventions to improve engagement and behaviour.
• Collaborate with teachers and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Provide pastoral support and emotional regulation strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Empathy

Resilience

Motivation to learn

Education

Psychology or Criminology degree

Job description

Pertemps Education Network in Godalming is seeking a Graduate Pastoral and Learning Support Assistant to join a dedicated SEMH team. You will build positive relationships with pupils, support their social, emotional and mental health development, and deliver targeted interventions in a supportive school environment.

This full-time, term-time only role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm with an ASAP start and on-site work, and includes thorough training and CPD to develop trauma‑informed