SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Cover-People; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay rates

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

Free CPD and training opportunities

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Holiday pay included

Job summary

Cover People are seeking an SEMH Learning Support Assistant in Chesterfield to support students with social, emotional and mental health needs. The role runs full-time, Monday to Friday, starting September 2026, with a daily pay rate of £95–£110 DOE.

You will work in a specialist provision, delivering tailored interventions and building strong relationships to help students re-engage with education and develop key skills for future success.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMH students in lessons and small-group settings.
• Help students engage with learning and social development.
• Assist with behaviour management using restorative approaches.
• Support emotional regulation and resilience development.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral teams and external agencies to support outcomes.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the team.

Skills

SEMH experience

Calm and patient

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Job description

SEMH Learning Support Assistant
Location: Chesterfield
Pay Rate: £95–£110 per day DOE
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face social, emotional and mental health challenges? Do you have the patience, resilience and confidence to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential?

Cover People are recruiting an SEMH Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist alternative provision in Chesterfield. This rewarding role involves supporting students who require additional emotional, behavioural and academic support, helping them to re-engage with education and develop the skills needed for future success.

The provision offers a personalised and nurturing approach, with a strong focus on wellbeing, positive relationships and tailored learning pathways. Staff work closely together to ensure every student receives the support they need to make meaningful progress.

The Role:

• Support students with SEMH needs in lessons and intervention sessions.
• Build positive relationships that encourage engagement, confidence and progress.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with behaviour management using restorative and positive behaviour approaches.
• Support students in developing emotional regulation, resilience and social skills.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral teams and external agencies to support student outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
• A calm, patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Confidence supporting students who may present challenging behaviour.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

Why Choose Cover People?

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Weekly pay.
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
• Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this school. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.