Semh Learning Support Assistant

Protocol Education Limited; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunities

Competitive pay

Ongoing training

Dedicated support

Career progression

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited is seeking dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools, assisting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, helping pupils build confidence and engage with learning.

You will foster a calm, positive learning environment, build strong relationships with pupils, teachers, and parents, and participate in safeguarding training.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people
• Calm, patient, and able to remain positive under pressure
• Genuine interest in supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Experience in education, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, care, or similar support roles (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting children to manage emotions and develop coping strategies
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to education and participation
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and parents
• Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
• Celebrating achievements and helping pupils build self-esteem and confidence

Skills

Experience with children

Calm and patient

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

DBS enhanced check

Safeguarding training

Job description

Do you have the patience, resilience, and compassion to support children who need a little extra help to succeed?

We are currently seeking dedicated SEMH Learning Support Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine impact on a child's confidence, wellbeing, and educational progress.

About the Role

As an SEMH Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who may experience challenges with emotional regulation, behaviour, anxiety, or engagement in learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting children to manage emotions and develop coping strategies
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Helping pupils overcome barriers to education and participation
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and parents
• Promoting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
• Celebrating achievements and helping pupils build self-esteem and confidence

We're Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children or young people
• Is calm, patient, and able to remain positive under pressure
• Has a genuine interest in supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Can build strong relationships and act as a positive role model
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is confident managing challenging behaviour using a calm and consistent approach
• Has experience in education, youth work, mentoring, sports coaching, care, or similar support roles (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Long-term and permanent opportunities in supportive primary schools
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant
• Valuable experience within inclusive educational settings
• Opportunities to progress into specialist SEN, pastoral, or behaviour support roles

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping children develop the confidence, emotional resilience, and life skills needed to thrive both in school and beyond.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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