Impactful SEND & SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Ripple Education; Berwick-upon-Tweed; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Professional development

Ongoing support

Job summary

Ripple Education is recruiting a Specialist Learning Support Assistant for an immediate start at a school in Berwick-upon-Tweed. This full-time, short-term role provides calm, consistent support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and build confidence.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, work closely with teachers and other staff, follow individual plans and safeguarding procedures, and contribute to a safe, positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people.
• Experience with SEND and SEMH is valuable.
• Relevant TA/LS qualification is beneficial.
• Ability to follow individual support plans and safeguarding policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support.
• Support pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Help pupils engage positively with learning.
• Support children's social and emotional development.
• Build trusted, consistent relationships with pupils and staff.
• Maintain safeguarding standards at all times.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Relationship building

Professional boundaries

Adaptable

Safeguarding awareness

Reliability

Education

Teaching Assistant or Learning Support qualification

Job description

Ripple Education is recruiting a Specialist Learning Support Assistant for an immediate start at a school in Berwick-upon-Tweed. This full-time, short-term role provides calm, consistent support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, helping them engage with learning and build confidence.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group support, work closely with teachers and other staff, follow individual plans and safeguarding procedures, and contribute to a safe, positive learning environment.