Learning Support Assistant - Social Emotional Mental Health

Academics Ltd; Greater London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Woking seeks a Learning Support Assistant specializing in Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH). This role involves supporting children with emotional and behavioral needs, providing both classroom and personal assistance. Candidates should have a related degree and an interest in educational support, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in relevant fields such as Psychology or Criminology.
• Good general education levels in English and Maths – A Levels preferred.
• Flexible working style with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist and supervise children's behaviour during school.
• Encourage development of social skills and support individual needs.
• Participate in team meetings and maintain progress records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Co-operative working

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Psychology or Criminology

A Levels in English and Maths

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) - Woking

Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

The School:

The school is based in Woking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour.

The school also provides therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech and language therapies where these are part of the young person's EHCP. The curriculum team works closely with therapists to ensure the correct physical and emotional support is available at all times.

The school is undergoing a transformation and are looking forward to their brand new, state of the art building and facilities. With that in mind, it's a really exciting time to join.

What is involved:

• Providing assistance and supervision for children's behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class
• Working with a class, a small group or individual learners, both inside and outside of the classroom
• Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students' individual needs
• Helping to build confidence and motivation
• Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team
• Maintaining progress records
• Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding

What is required:

• An Undergraduate Degree, ideally in a relevant subject such as Psychology or Criminology
• Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs
• Good general education levels in English and Maths - A Levels are preferable
• A co-operative working style and a proactive approach to solving problems
• Good interpersonal and communication skill and a caring attitude
• Flexibility in terms of working patterns

Summary:

• Graduate Learner Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Teacher
• 89 to 105 daily rate (5-day week - 30am to 3.30pm)
• Special needs schools and mainstream settings with specialist provision (SEMH, ASC, EBD, PMLD, SLD)
• Full time and part time roles, flexible working hours and short and long term contracts
• September 2022 start, or sooner for those that are available.
• Apply via this advert or call Judith Oakley on (phone number removed) for more details.