Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Bridgend; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free CPD training

Team Teach Level 2 Training available

Résumé du poste

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Bridgend is seeking an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with SEMH needs across primary and secondary age groups in a specialist provision.

You will deliver 1:1 and small group interventions, support pupils in and out of the classroom, and help manage emotional wellbeing and development within a collaborative school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
• Calm, patient and resilient personality.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of SEMH, behaviour, or trauma-informed approaches (desirable).
• Ability to adapt to different situations and pupils’ needs.
• Genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

Responsabilités

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group intervention support.
• Support pupils both within and outside of the classroom.
• De-escalate challenging situations using positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage participation, confidence and independence.
• Establish professional and supportive relationships with pupils.
• Support emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff.
• Maintain clear and accurate records where required.
• Act as a positive role model throughout the school day.

Connaissances

Experience with children/young people

Calm, patient, resilient

Strong communication/relationship‑bond

SEMH/trauma-informed (desirable)

Adaptability

Genuine passion to help

Description du poste

SEMH Learning Support Assistant - Specialist Provision

Bridgend| 08:30 - 15:30 | Monday-Friday NO WEEKENDS!
From£14.25 per hour
Teaching Personnel - In Partnership With the School

Are you looking for a rewarding role where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact a young person's future? We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs within a specialist educational setting in Bridgend. The school currently supports learners from the ages of 3-19, so oppourtunites are available across primary and secondary age groups - being flexible is key!

About the Role

As a SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access education and manage social and emotional challenges.

Pupils may present with:

• SEMH needs
• Challenging behaviour
• Attachment and trauma-related difficulties
• Autism and ADHD
• Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties
• Reduced engagement with education

Your role will focus on building trust, promoting positive behaviour, and helping pupils achieve both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group intervention support
• Support pupils both within and outside of the classroom
• De-escalate challenging situations using positive behaviour strategies
• Encourage participation, confidence, and independence
• Establish professional and supportive relationships with pupils
• Support emotional wellbeing and personal development
• Work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff
• Maintain clear and accurate records where required
• Act as a positive role model throughout the school day

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults
• A calm, patient, and resilient personality
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of SEMH, behaviour, or trauma-informed approaches (desirable)
• Ability to adapt to different situations and pupils' needs
• Genuine passion for helping young people succeed

Training & Development Opportunities

Access to FREE CPD training, including:

• Behaviour Management
• Safeguarding
• Thrive Approach

Team Teach Level 2 Training available at a significantly reduced rate

Ongoing learning opportunities to enhance your SEMH and behaviour support knowledge

Why Join This Role?

• Help transform the educational journey of vulnerable young people
• Gain valuable SEMH and behaviour support experience
• Benefit from flexibility, training, and career progression opportunities
• Competitive weekly pay
• Potential routes into long-term and permanent employment
• Dedicated guidance from your local consultant