Semh Learning Progression Officer

FASHION RETAIL ACADEMY; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic organization seeks a SEMH Learning Progression Officer to support young learners with social, emotional, and mental health needs at the Education for Industry Group. The role includes providing specialized support, delivering tailored interventions, and promoting independence among students. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience, with strong skills in communication and relationship management. Join a collaborative team that values personal growth, offers market-leading pay, and fosters a culture of wellbeing and support.

Benefits

Funded professional qualifications

Generous leave options

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people with SEMH needs.
• Knowledge of evidence-based strategies to support young people.
• Trained as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and First Aider, or willing to undertake this training.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support to Further Education students.
• Deliver tailored interventions and promote learner independence.
• Act as a resource for staff, sharing expertise to maximize student success.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Emotional regulation skills

Ability to motivate learners

Education

Relevant training or qualification related to SEMH needs

Job description

Closing Date: 05/08/2025

SEMH Learning Progression Officer

Education for Industry Group (EFI)

Full-Time

Fixed-term Contract until August 2026

FRA - Electra House, London - Moorgate, EC2M 6SE and LCBT - Fashion Street- London, E1 6PX

About the role

Are you passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? The EFI is seeking a SEMH Learning Progression Officer to provide specialist support to Further Education students, helping them build emotional resilience and achieve academic success. You will deliver tailored interventions for individuals and groups, promote learner independence, and play a central role in supporting students with EHCPs.

As a trained DSL and First Aider, you'll be equipped to manage disclosures and uphold safeguarding practices in line with the EFI's policies. You will also act as a valuable resource for staff, sharing your expertise and strategies to help students thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

About you

• Qualifications: Relevant training or qualification related to the SEMH needs of children and young people, and trained as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and First Aider (or willingness to undertake this training.)
• Experience: Experience of working with vulnerable young people who present with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) and wellbeing needs.
• Expertise: Strong knowledge of SEMH needs and evidence-based strategies to support young people, including formal training in building supportive relationships, promoting mental health, and responding to issues such as stress, anxiety, low mood, and social difficulties.
• Skills: Ability to build rapport and motivate learners with SEND, using adaptable, relational approaches and strong communication and emotional regulation skills.
• Passion: Resilient, responsible and empathetic team player, driven by high expectations and ambition for every learner's potential.

If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.

Why The EFI?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Funded professional qualifications, personal growth allowance and annual CPD.
• Generous and flexible leave options, including an around-the-world trip after five years of service.
• Market-leading family-friendly pay, including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
• Monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan options to support your financial health.

Salary:

From £26,550 to £29,500 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience

How to apply/Next Steps:

Create an account via our website, click 'Start Application' and submit your completed application form. You can find our EFI Application Form here.

Closing Date:

8am on Tuesday 5 August 2025.

Interviews/Recruitment Day:

Interviews to be held on 7 August 2025, in-person at Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE

More Information/Contact us:

For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI, FRA and LCBT websites and refer to the job description.

Please contact [e-mail] for further information.

The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.